The undergraduate department was established in the year 1952 affiliated to Himachal Pradesh University Shimla.
The Post- Graduate department was established in the year 1992 affiliated to Himachal Pradesh University Shimla.
Number of books on Economics in the College Library: 2300
Since its inception the enrollment of students in UG section has been maintained.
The teachers educated from various universities have provided their services in this department.
The PG section of the department is one of the earliest departments opened by Himachal Pradeah University Shimla and it has met the need of MA Economics of students of this district.
A. Vision
To increase interest among the students towards Economics subject also motivate students to learn basic of Economics and to keep update on Indian Economy.
To undertake research projects sponsored by different funding agencies.
To continuously strive to provide quality education in tune with orientation towards higher academic excellence.
To provide holistic learning opportunity to the students.
Promote employment opportunities for the students.
C. Mission
The mission of the Economics Department is to impart high quality Under Graduate and Post Graduate teaching facility coupled with basic research knowledge.
To build self-confidence and a positive frame of mind.
To acquaint the students with various economic concepts and principles of economics.
The departments thrust is to make the students engaged in analytical and applied economics tools and try to implement them in everyday lives and solve crucial socio-economic issues and challenges ahead.
To impart basic knowledge of research and statistics among students that will help students in further research in higher studies.
To conduct seminar, workshop and group discussion etc. for the students.
D. Objectives
The primary objective of the Department is to provide education to all.
To impart critical thinking on the students and make fruitful contribution to the nation building.
To equip students with both theoretical as well as practical knowledge of economics.
Dr. Surinder Singh
Associate Professor
B. A. Economics Honours, M. A. Economics, MBA, M. Phil. Economics, Ph. D. in Economics
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M.A Econmoics Syllabus