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PROF. SANCHARI CHAKRABORTY

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - POLITICAL SCIENCE

Prior to joining the department of Political Science at Sister Nivedita University in the Autumn of 2021, I had been engaged in various teaching assignments at the undergraduate level in the University of Calcutta and West Bengal State University. In the course of these assignments, I taught papers on political theory, international relations and Indian politics and society. Starting in 2022, I am pursuing a Ph.D from the Institute of Development Studies Kolkata, where I am researching the ways in which the twin forces of hunger and scarcity shaped West Bengals post-colonial landscape. I have completed my postgraduate degree in political science from Presidency University

PROF. SANCHARI CHAKRABORTY biography

Prof. Sanchari Chakraborty is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Sister Nivedita University, where she has been teaching since the Autumn of 2021. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. from the Institute of Development Studies Kolkata, researching the impact of hunger and scarcity on West Bengal's post-colonial landscape. She holds an M.Phil. from Jadavpur University, where her research focused on the Election Commission of India and its interactions with the judiciary and civil society. She also completed her postgraduate degree in Political Science from Presidency University, Kolkata, where she investigated the relationship between the modern state of India, education, and citizenship construction.

Prior to joining Sister Nivedita University, Prof. Chakraborty was involved in various teaching assignments at the undergraduate level at the University of Calcutta and West Bengal State University, where she taught courses on political theory, international relations, and Indian politics and society.

Research Interests:

  • Political Theory
  • Indian Government and Politics
  • Global Politics
  • Public Policy

Best Skills

  • Academic Research:

    • Conducting in-depth research on political theory, Indian government and politics, and public policy.
    • Exploring the intersection of hunger, scarcity, and post-colonial development in West Bengal.
    • Investigating the role of the Election Commission of India and its interface with the judiciary and civil society.
  • Teaching and Lecturing:

    • Experience in teaching political theory, international relations, and Indian politics and society.
    • Developing and delivering engaging lectures and course materials for undergraduate students.
  • Project Management:

    • Managing research projects from conception to completion.
    • Coordinating with academic institutions and research bodies to facilitate research activities.
  • Writing and Publication:

    • Skilled in writing academic papers, research articles, and dissertations.
    • Published research findings in reputable journals and academic platforms.
  • Critical Analysis:

    • Analyzing complex political and social issues with a critical and informed perspective.
    • Synthesizing information from various sources to develop coherent and insightful arguments.
  • Public Speaking and Communication:

    • Strong public speaking skills, capable of delivering clear and compelling presentations.
    • Effective communicator, both in written and oral forms.