Ph.D. in the area of functioning of Local Self Government from the Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. (2003) [Title of the Thesis “Panchayati Raj In Uttar Pradesh with special reference to Varanasi district”]

M.A. in Political Science with 56.6% marks along with specialization in western political thought from University of Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh (1990-1992).

B.A. in Political Science with 51.1% marks along with subjects including Political Science, English Literature and Ancient History from University of Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh (1987-1990).

Professional qualification:

Master in Business administration from IGNOU, New Delhi in year 2002.

• Teaching to the UG and PG students in the capacity ofAssistant Professor of Political Science, National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India since 4^th August, 2012.
• (Earlier) Work Experience

17^th July 2003 to 3^rd August 2012. Taught the papers of Management and Public Administration to Under Graduate and Post Graduate students at Rajarshi School of Management Technology, Udai Pratap Autonomous College, Varanasi in the capacity of regular Lecturer/Assistant Professor, in the UGC scale of 8000-275-13500

2000-2003. Engaged in the research project in the areas of local Self Government at Varanasi and adjoining districts under the supervision of R B S Tomar, Former Professor and Head, Department of Political Science, Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, Varanasi 1998 – 2000.

Taught the papers of Principles of Political science for two consecutive years to the Under Graduate students of Political Science at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi

Chapters in Books:

• Jai Kishan Mishra (edited) book “21vi sadi me Mahatma Gandhi ki Prasangikata”, Relevance of Mahatma Gandhi in present era; Pratyush Publications, Loni, Ghaziabad; ISBN: 978-81-922227-5-2.
• Pawnesh Kumar (edited) book Contemporary issues in ethics and management “Role of ethics and values in Human Resource Development”;Himalaya Publications, Girgaon, Mumbai.-ISBN: 978-93-5142-647-9.
• Corruption and black money in India:  Economic assumptions and threats: Satyam Law International, New Delhi, India, 2018,  ISBN: 978-93-82823-89-6
• Rape culture and sexual violence against women: A cross-cultural overview:Annapurna press & process, Main Road, Ranchi, 2020, ISBN: 978-93-5396-977-6

Ph.D. research area:

Local Self Government

M.B.A. research area:

Human Resource Management

1. Four-week Orientation Programme (A UGC-sponsored programme) from December 3-30, 2013 conducted by UGC-Academic Staff College, Banaras HinduUniversity, Varanasi. Term paper submitted therein as part of the course and obtained Grade A.
2. Two-week Faculty Development Program and Workshop on Mahatma Gandhi conducted by Malviya Peace and Research Centre, Banaras HinduUniversity, Varanasi from 14^th to 27^th December 2015 on the topic of “Non-Violent approaches for peace”.
3. One-week Faculty Orientation Program and Workshop on research methodology conducted by Institute of Science and Management, Ranchi and approved by AICTE, New, Delhi from October 29- November 3, 2012.
4. One-week Faculty Development Program and Workshop on Human Values and Professional Ethics conducted by G B technical University, Lucknow from December 15 – December 21, 2010.
5. One-week Faculty Orientation Program and Workshop (in-house academic event) on course curriculum, teaching-learning methodology, research method, evaluation system, etc. conducted by National University of Study and research in Law, Ranchi on December 26-30, 2012.
6. Three day Faculty Orientation Program and Workshop (in-house academic event) on course curriculum, teaching-learning methodology, research method, evaluation system, etc. conducted by National University of Study and research in Law, Ranchi on June 27- June 29, 2013.
7. UGC Sponsored Workshop On Mooc’s Content Development And Open Educational Resources organized by UGC Human Resource Development centre , Ranchi University, Ranchi from 24^thjuly 2018-30^thJuly 2018.
8. Online one week Faculty development program on the topic of “Law and Social Sciences” organized by National Law University, Bhopal from 14^thDec 2020 -20^th Dec 2020.
9. Online National level Annual Refresher Programme in Pedagogical Innovations and Research Methodology (Interdisciplinary) organized by SWAYAM, MHRD, New Delhi from Dec’ 2020-April 2021.
10. Online National level one week Refresher course on implementation of “National Education Policy 2020 in Higher education” organized by Bundelkhand University, Jhansi from 17^thMarch 2021-23^rd March 2021.
11. One week Faculty development program on the topic of “Strategic resilience and organisational agility” organized by Valluvar College of Science and Management, Karur, Tamil Nadu from 26^thMay 2021-31^st May 2021.
12. Ten days Interdisciplinary Virtual Faculty development program on the topic of “Contemporary Teaching Pedagogy for Innovative and Experiential learning” organized by Sunbeam Women’s College, Varuna, Varanasi from 14^thJuly 2021 -24^th July 2021.
13. Online National level Annual Refresher Programme in “Democracy, Governance And Public Policy In India” (Interdisciplinary) organized by ASC,  UGC-HRDC, Jai Naraian Vyas University, Jodhpur, Rajasthan from 15 January 2022 –29 January 2022 (Two weeks, 72 hours).
14. Online 4^thEdition of short term course on Legal Aid and Allied Law organized by Pro Bono nIndia in collaboration with Centre for Legal Aid Programme National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi supported by Department og Justice, Ministry of Law from 16 November 2023 to 2 December 2023.

• Participation and Contribution in International and National Events

Paper presented at International Conference on the topic “MINORITY ISSUES: REALITY OR MYTH”, organized by the Canadian Studies Development Programme, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on February 25, 2012.

Paper presented at International Conference on the topic “NEED FOR EQUITABLE HEALTH CARE: AN INTROSPECTION”, organized by the Canadian Studies Development Programme, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on February 05, 2011

Paper presented at UGC Sponsored National Conference on the topic “INDIAN FOREIGN POLICY VIS A VIS INDO- CHINA PERSPECTIVE”, organized by the Department of Political Science, D A V College, Varanasi on March 05, 2011.

Paper presented at UGC Sponsored National Conference on the topic “STRUCTURAL FUNCTIONAL APPROACH: AN OVERVIEW”, organized by the Department of Political Science, D A V College, Varanasi on January 08, 2011

Paper presented at UGC Sponsored National Conference on the topic “DYNAMICS OF SOCIAL NORMS”, organized by the Department of Sociology, D A V College, Varanasi on February 22, 2011

Paper presented at National Conference on the topic “FDI IN RETAIL: BOON OR BANE”, organized by the National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi on February 09 2012.

Paper presented at National Conference on the topic “CONTEMPORARY HRM STRATEGIES”, organized by the School of Management Studies, Varanasi on January 21, 2006.

Paper presented at UGC Sponsored National Conference on the topic “NAXA;ISM Vs.HUMAN RIGHTS: A RETROSPECTION”, organized by the Department of Political Science, D A V College, Ballia on March 24, 2012.

Paper presented at National Conference on the topic “JUDICIAL ACTIVISM: A CRITICAL REVIEW”, organized by the National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi on September 09, 2012.

Paper presented at National Conference on the topic “CONTRIBUTION OF MAHAMANA TO THE INDIAN SOCIETY: A TRIBUTE”, organized by the Faculty of Management Studies, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on December23, 2015.

Participated in International Conference on the topic “Academic Interaction between India and Canada: Retrospect & Prospect” organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, Department. of Political Science, at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on Nov. 19-20, 1995.

Participated in International Conference on the topic “Ethnic Harmony in a Multicultural Society: Lessons from Canada & India” organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, Department. of Political Science, at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on February 21-22, 1996

Participated in International Conference on the topic “Challenges of Multiculturalism: India and Canada” organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, Department. of Political Science, at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on February 19-20, 1997

Participated in International Conference on the topic “Regionalism: Canadian and Indian Perspectives” organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, Department. of Political Science, at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on February 3-4, 1998

Participated in International Conference on the topic “Academic Interaction between India and Canada: Retrospect & Prospect” organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, Department. of Political Science, at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on January 20-21, 1999

Participated in International Conference on the topic “Academic Interaction between India and Canada: Retrospect & Prospect” organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, Department. of Political Science, at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on February 5-6, 2000

Participated in International Conference on the topic “Academic Interaction between India and Canada: Retrospect & Prospect” organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, Department. of Political Science, at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on January 27-28, 2001

Participated in International Conference on the topic “Academic Interaction between India and Canada: Retrospect & Prospect” organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, Department. of Political Science, at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on February 10-11, 2002

Participated in International Conference on the topic “Higher Education in India and Canada” organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, Department. of Political Science, at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on January 24-25, 2003

Participated in Two day National Conference on the topic “Tribal Conclave in Jharkhand”, organized by the National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi on September 09 2015.

Participated in Two day National Conference on the topic “Tribal Conclave”, organized by the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela on April 21-April 22 2017.

• Visiting faculty at Amity University Ranchi from 2019 to 2022
• Guest lecture as a resource person in Bengal Law college

Fellowship& Scholarship

Awarded Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) after qualifying NET-UGC exam conducted by University Grants Commission, New Delhi [December 1997]

Awarded Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) by University Grants Commission, New Delhi 2000

Awarded Departmental Research Scholarship after qualifying through a competitive test conducted by Banaras Hindu University in the year 1996.