Level III – Semester I

Course Code

HHCCH 31013

Course Title

Origin and Development of Vedanta Sects

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessments ; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours, Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To introduce the significance of Vedanta Schools  and its contributions to Indian Philosophy

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the salient features of Vedanta schools

·         Compare Vedanta Schools by philosophical perspectives 

·         Develop mental attitudes and critical thinking towards analyzing Vedanta schools of thoughts

·         Assess the Vedanta sources, and its literary traditions

·         Assume the bases for the prevalence of contradictory views in Vedanta literacy

Course Content

Significance of the Prasthanatraya, Tenets of  Adviatha, Salient features of Visidadvita, Duvaida Vedanda School of Thoughts, School of Nimparka, Controversy among Vedanda Schools of thoughts, Theory of Causation among Vedanta schools, Epistemology of Vedanta Schools, Contemporary trends of Vedanta.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment – I                           

05 %

Assignment – II                         

05 %

Quiz / MCQ

10 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) :05 Questions x 100 Marks =500 Marks

 

 

70 %

 

Recommended Readings

இராமநாதன் கலைவாணி, (2011), வேதாந்த சித்தாந்த கடவுட் கோட்பாடு, ஆலயம், இந்துமன்றம், இலங்கை.

ஞானகுமாரன்,நா. , (2012) , வேதாந்த மெய்யியல், சேமமடு பதிப்பகம், இலங்கை.

Balasubramanian, R., (1976), Advaita Vedanta, University of Madras.

Vidyarthi, P.B., (1977), Sri Ramanuja’s Philosophy and Religion, Prof. M. Rangacharya Memorial Trust, Tripliane, Madras.

Srinivasachari, P.N., (1978), The Philosophy of Visistadvaita, The Adyar Library and Research Centre, Chennai.

Course Code

HHCCH 31023

Course Title

Sociology of Hinduism

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessments; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours, Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To provide  comprehensive   knowledge of Hinduism through  Sociological  perspective

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Classify the theories related to the origin and development of Religion 

·         Illustrate the forms of social stratification in Hindu Society

·         Asses   Hindu Religious myths and symbolism

·         Analyze gender sensitive perspectives in Hindu religion and Society

·         Discuss the relationship between Hindu Religion  and Society

Course Content

Introduction to Sociology of Religion, Concept of Religion, Religious experience, Hindu Religious myths and symbolism, Hindu Religion and popular culture, Social stratification, Hindu Social system, Hindu orthodoxy and Brahmin restoration, Religious Change and Social Change.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment-I                            

05 %

Field Report

10 %

Assignment – II

05 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions  (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) : 05 Questions x 100Marks = 500 Marks

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

அன்னை தாமசு, (2000) , தமிழர் சமூகவியல், உலகத் தமிழாராய்ச்சி நிறுவனம், சென்னை.

Chakladar, H.C., (1929), Social Life in Ancient India, Greater Indian Society, Calcutta.

Prabhy Pandharinath, (1954), Hindu Social organization: A study in Social Psychological and Ideological foundation, New Rev. Ed. Popular Book Depot, Bombay.

Rao, C., Hayavadana, (1931), Indian Caste System; a study, Bangalore Press, Bangalore.

Sarkar, S.C., (1920), Some aspects of the Earliest Social History of India, Pre-Buddhistic Ages, O.U.P., London.

Shanmugalingam, N., (2004), A New Face of Durga: Religious and Social Change in Sri Lanka, Kalinga Publishes, Delhi.

Course Code

HHCCH 31033

Course Title

Value Education of Hindu Society

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessments ; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours, Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To introduce the significance of  Value Education of Hindu Society

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the salient features of Value Education

·         Compare  the value educational thoughts of Hindu Saints

·         Asses the value Educational thoughts expounded in Hindu Scriptures

·         Construct the uniqueness of Hindu value education

Course Content

Meaning of value Education, Significance of value Education in Hindu Society, Role of Family, Society and Institutions in inculcation of values, Value Education in Vedic Scriptures, Value Educational thoughts revealed in Epics, Value Education in Dharma Shastras, Value Education in Artha Shasta and Sukraneeti, Value Educational thoughts revealed in the epistles of Swamy Vivekananda, Mahatma Gandi and Aravindhar. Role of Sri Lankans contributions to Value Education.

 

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment – I                           

05 %

Assignment – II

05 %

Group Presentation / Field Report

10 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

Haridas Bhattacharya, (1937), The Cultural Heritage of India. Voll – II, The Ramakrishna misson, Institute of culture Calcutta.

Khera, S., (1998), You can win, Delhi: Macmillan.

Radhakrishnan.S., (1990), The foundation of Civilization: Ideas and ideals, New Delhi, Orient Paperback.

The complete works of Swamy Viveganantha, (1971), Advaitha Ashrama, Calcutta.

Course Code

HHCCH 31043

Course Title

Glimpses of Saiva Siddhanta – Textual Study

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessments ; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours, Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To impart a comprehensive   knowledge of Saiva Siddhanta Philosophy and its utility for contemporary  Hindu way of life

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Illustrate the distinct characteristics and the philosophical aspects of    Saiva Siddhanta

·         Explain the salient features of Saiva Siddhanta  philosophy

·         Develop a comprehensive knowledge of the sources of Saiva Siddhanta.

·         Justify the importance of Saiva Siddhanta for the wellbeing of human life

·         Evaluate the importance of Saiva Siddhanta thoughts in Hindu way of Life

Course Content

Introduction to Sivagnanabotham, Pramanaeyal, Elakkanaviyal, Sathanaeyal, Payaniyal, Sivagnanacittiyar subakam (selected topics).

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment – I                          

05 %

Assignment – II                          

05 %

Quiz/ MCQ 

10 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) : 05 Questions x 100 Marks =500 Marks

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

அருணைவடிவேல் முதலியார்,சி. , (1991) , சிவஞானபோத மாபாடிய பொருள்நிலை விளக்கம், தமிழ்ப் பல்கலைக்கழகம், தஞ்சாவூர்.

ஆறுமுகநாவலர், (ப.ஆ.) , னே, மெய்கண்டதேவர் அருளிச்செய்த சிவஞானபோதமும் வார்த்திகமென்னும் பொழிப்புரையும், வித்தியாநுபாலன யந்திரசாலை, சென்னைப்பட்டணம்.

இரத்தினசபாபதி, வை. , (1979) , திருமுறைத்தெளிவே சிவஞானபோதம், இராதாகிருஷ;ணன் மெய்யுணர்வு மேல்நிலைக் கல்வி நிறுவனம், சென்னைப் பல்கலைக்கழகம், சென்னை.

கந்தையா, மு. , (1987) , சிவஞானசித்தி திறவுகோல், ஏழாலை.

சிவஞானசித்தியார், அறுவர் உரை, கோ.சண்முகசுந்தரமுதலியார் (பதி.) , சென்னை,

திருவிளங்கம் உரை, (1971) , சிவஞானசித்தியார் சுபக்கம், கூட்டுறவுத் தமிழ் நூற்பதிப்பு விற்பனைக்கழகம், யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

செல்வமனோகரன், தி., (பதி.), (2017), சிவஞானசித்தியார், (திருநெல்வேலி ஞானப்பிரகாச உரை) சைவவித்தியா விருத்திச் சங்கம், யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

மறைமலையடிகள், (1958), சிவஞானபோத ஆராய்ச்சி, தென்னிந்திய சைவசித்தாந்த நூற்பதிப்புக்கழகம், சென்னை.

வச்சிரவேல் முதலியார், (1977), சிவஞானபாடியத்திறவு, சென்னைப்பல்கலைக்கழகம், சென்னை.

Course Code

HHCCH 31053

Course Title

Hindu Temple Management

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To develop a clear vision of knowledge and skill to manage the Hindu temple as an Institution

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Relate the concept of management and Temple administration.

·         Recall the temple Administrative procedures mentioned in Hindu Scriptures.

·         Identify the role of Hindu Temple as an Institution.

·         Classify the problems and crises generally faced in temple administration.

·         Formulate appropriate mechanism for administrative crises. 

Course Content

Introduction to the concept of Management, Understanding Hindu Temple as an Institution, Time management of Hindu Temple, Financial  Management of Hindu temple, Administrative procedures of Hindu Temples, Temple Administrative procedures mentioned in Hindu Scriptures, Temple Management in Chola dynasty, Management of temple Cities in Vijaya nagara-Nayaka Period, Challenges and crises faced in contemporary Temple Management.

 

 

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment

Presentation      

10%

 

 

30 %

Assignment                           

05 %

Field Report

10 %

Debate

05 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) :Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

இரவீந்திரன், மு. , (2005) , திருக்குறள் சுட்டும் நிர்வாகவியல் வணிகவியல், வானதிபதிப்பகம், சென்னை.

செந்தில்நாதன்,ச. , (1973) , இந்துசட்டம், தமிழ்நாட்டுப் பாடநூல் நிறுவனம், நியூடெல்லி.

டங்கன் டெர்ரீட் ப்ரீபிரஸ், ஜெ. , (1968) , இந்தியாவில் மதம் சட்டம், அரசாங்கம், நியூயார்க்.

முகுந்தன்.ச. , (2014) , இந்து இலக்கியங்களில் பொருளியல் – அரசியல்

நீதிபரிபாலனம், பூபாலசிங்கம் பதிப்பகம;.

Dale,E., (1978), Manegment : Theory and Practice, MC Graw Hill, Newyork.

Larson,R.L., (1962),  How to Difine Administrative Problems, Harvard.

Course Code

HSNCH 31013

Course Title

Maha Kavyas in Sanskrit

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

 

Course Objective

To provide the knowledge of Kavyas and to bring up aesthetic sense of the students

Intended Learning Outcomes

·         Explain the origin and  development of Maha Kavyas

·         Relate the definitions of Maha Kavyas

·         Discuss the poetic excellence revealed in Maha Kavyas

·         Classify the language styles of Maha Kavyas

Course Content

Introduction to Maha Kavyas, Definitions of Maha Kavyas, Contemplative role of Maha kavyas in the history of Sanskrit literature, Contributors of Maha Kavyas, Selected portions of Maha Kavays: Soundarananda-1, Kumarasambavam-2, Sishupalavadham-1, Janakiharana-3

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

Formative Assessment-30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

 

 

Assignment                           

05%

Debate                                                            

05%

Project

10 %

Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) : 05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

Kale,M.R.,(1969), Kumarasambava., Motilal Banarasidas Publication, Delhi.

Kale,M.R.,(1962), Sisupalavadham., Motilal Banarasidas Publication.

Paranavitane,S,(Ed.), (1961), Jhanakiharana, Government Press Ceylon.

Jhonson,V., (1875), Soundarananda, Chawkkamba Series, Calcutta.

Course Code

HSNCH 31023

Course Title

Sanskrit Unspecified texts and Composition

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To develop the knowledge of applicational Sanskrit

Intended Learning Outcomes

·         Define the ability to read and comprehend

·         Develop the knowledge of Sanskrit vocabulary

·         Improve Sanskrit writing skills

·         Translate the selected sentences and passages from Tamil to Sanskrit

Course Content

Translation of selected Passages from: Epics, Puranas, Mahakavyas, Prose literature, fables and  other stories, Dharmasastras and Dramas, Translation of Tamil passages into Sanskrit

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

Formative Assessment-30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

Assignment -I                         

05%

Assignment-II                                                

05%

Open Book Exam

10 %

Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) :Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

Kale,MR., (1960), A Higher Sanskrit Grammar, New Delhi.

Apte,VS., (1952), The Students Guide to Sanskrit Composition, Pune.

Lanman,C.R., (1947), A Sanskrit Reader, Harvard University Press, London.

Whiteny,W., (1960), Sanskrit  Grammar,  New Delhi.

Whiteny.W., (1960), Sanskrit Roots, New Delhi.

Course Code

HSNCH 31033

Course Title

Sanskrit Studies in Sri Lanka

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To provide comprehensive knowledge of Sanskrit studies in Sri Lanka

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course students shout be able to;

·         Explain the contributions of Sri Lankan Scholars to Sanskrit language

·         Classify language style of Sri Lankan Sanskrit literatures

·         Describe the various contributions of Sanskrit studies in Sri Lanka

·         Translate selections  from Sri Lankan Sanskrit texts into Tamil

Course Content

This will cover the beginning of Sanskrit studies in Sri Lanka, the factors contributing of Sanskrit studies, various aspects of Sanskrit Mahakavya, KhandaKavyas, religious, philosophical, medical and grammatical works, inscriptions, modern compositions, Sanskrit in Schools, Universities, and traditional centers of learning. Translations from selected portions from the relevant specified texts. Prescribed texts: Janakiharana   3rdchapter, Sivayogaratna 1-50,Selected Stotras by Sri Lankans

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

Formative Assessment-30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

Assignment                            

05%

Field Report                                                   

10%

Quiz 

05 %

Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) :Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

Pannasaraa,D., (1958), Sanskrit Literature, Colombo.

Ganaprakasar, (1978), Sivayogaratna Text with French Trans, Pondichery.

Sivasamy,V., (1992), The Sanskrit Tradition of the Sri Lankan Tamils, Jaffna.

நாகலிங்கபண்டிதர்,(பதி.). , (1928) , தக்சிணகைலாசமஹாத்மியம், (சம்ஸ்கிருதமூலம்) , விநாயக சுந்தர விலாச முத்திராலயம், யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

Course Code

HSNCH 31043

Course Title

Computational Sanskrit

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To introduce the various aspects of Computational Sanskrit

Intended Learning Outcomes

·         Create Sanskrit sentence generation and parsing  in Computational Sanskrit

·         Discuss the compound identification and typing clarification using word embedding and machine learning methods

·         Describe the problem concerning information retrieval and question answering form Sanskrit texts

·         Identify the digital tools for Sanskrit word net

·         Explain an educational application of Sanskrit word net

Course Content

Introduction to Computational Sanskrit,proposea clarificationframe work for finding the compound words from Sanskrit text, knowledge frame work for question answering in Sanskrit, learning and teaching in Computational Sanskrit.

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

Formative Assessment-30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

Assignment                           

05%

MCQ                                                              

10%

Quiz 

05 %

Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

Subramaniya Iyar,K.A., (1966), Vakyapadiya of Bhartrhari with the Commentaries Vrtti and Paddhati of Vrsabhadeva, Kanda 1, Number 32 in Deccan College Monograph Series, Deccan College Postgraduate and Research Institute, Pune.

Srigowri and Karunakar, (2013), Gavesika: A search Engine for Sanskrit, In Malhar Kulkarni and Chaitali Dengarikar, editor, Recent Researches in Sanskrit Computational Linguistics, New Delhi.

Belwalkar,S.K., (1915), Systems of Sanskrit grammer, Arya Bhushan Press, Pune.

 

Course Code

HSNCH 31053

Course Title

Modern Sanskrit literature

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

 

Course Objective

 To impart the knowledge of Modern Sanskrit literature

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course students shout be able to;

·         Identify  the Modern Literatures in Sanskrit literary tradition

·         Discuss the Literary aspects in Modern Sanskrit

·         Explain grammatical notes from Modern Sanskrit literary texts

·         Characterize the aspects of Modern Sanskrit literature depicted via Media

·         Translate selections  from Modern Sanskrit texts into Tamil

Course Content

Contemporary prose literature, Short stories, Historical Novel, Poetical literature, Poets, Songs , Sanskrit drama, Non poetical literature in modern times, Conversational Sanskrit lessons,  Sanskrit Journals, Media

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work, Audio and Visual Media

Evaluation Methods

1.      Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

Assignment – I                         

05%

Group Presentation                                        

10 %

Assignment – II

05 %

2.      Summative Assessment

                                I.            Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

ராகவன்,வி.இ. , (2001), இன்றைய இந்திய இலக்கியம், ஜோதி என்டபிரைஸ், சென்னை.

Warder, A.K., (2014), Indian Kavya  literature, Motilal Banarsidas, New Delhi.

Kirishnamachariyar.M., (1962), History of classical Sanskrit literature, Tirupathidevasthanam press.

Winternitz, M.,  (1927), A History of Indian literature, vol. 2&3, Calcutta.

Kunhan Raja, C., (1962), Survey of Sanskrit literature, Varanasi.

Course Code

HSSCH  31013

Course Title

Saiva Siddhanta Epistemology

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite      

None

National Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments : Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To be acquainted with the discourses made by Saiva scholars in Epistemology

Intended Learning outcome

·         Identify the distinct  epistemological  concepts in Saiva Siddhanta

·         Analyze the various Pramanas pertaining to Saiva Siddhanta 

·         Evaluate the contribution of Saiva Siddhanta in the field of Indian Epistemology

·         Discuss Contemporary Rising Questions from the philosophical angle and offer solutions

Course Content

Sources and nature of knowledge, The Factors of Valid knowledge; Theory of perception and its classification; The Physical and Psychological basis of perception; Skepticism; Components of Epistemology; Perception, Theory of inference, Sabda Pramana, Validity of Pramanas;Truth and error, concept of citsakti in Saiva Siddhanta; Classification of knowledge and its epistemological basic.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assigment                            

 05 %

Debate

10 %

Quiz 

05 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) : Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

கிருஷ;ணராசா, சோ. , (1998) , இந்து அறிவாராய்ச்சியியல், இந்து கலாசார அமைச்சு, கொழும்பு.

கிருஷ;ணராசா, சோ. , (1988) , தர்க்க பாiஷ, மெய்யியற்றுறை. யாழ்ப்பாணப் பல்கலைக்கழகம், யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

ஞானகுமாரன், நா, (2017) , இந்திய அறிவாராய்ச்சியியல், சேமமடு பதிப்பகம், இலங்கை.

சிவஞான சுவாமிகள், (1984) , தருக்க சங்கிரகமும் தருக்கசங்கிரக தீபிகையும், திருவாவடுதுறை ஆதினம், தமிழ்நாடு.

சிவானந்தமூர்த்தி,க. , (2014) , சைவசித்தாந்தம் – தமிழ் மெய்யியல், அம்பாள் வெளியீட்டகம், புத்தூர்.

செல்வமனோகரன்,தி. , (பதி) , (2016) , சிவசங்கரபண்டிதம், சைவவித்தியா விருத்திச் சங்கம், யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

பாஸ்கரன், சு. , (1987) , சைவசித்தாந்த  அறிவாராய்ச்சியியல், தஞ்சாவூர் பல்கலைக்கழகம், தஞ்சாவூர;.

Devasenapti, V.A., (1974), Saiva Siddhanta, University of Madras.

Kandasamy, S.N.,  (1991), Indian Epistemology, I.I.T.R., Chennai.

Pief John, H, (1960), Saiva Siddhanta Philosophy, The Christian  Literature Society for India.

Ponnaiah , V., (1951), Saiva Siddhanta theory  of  knowledge, Annamalai University.

Course Code

HSSCH  31023

Course Title

A Comparative study of the Vira Saiva and Kashmira Saiva Philosophies

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optioal

Core

Pre-requisite      

None

National Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To provide knowledge of the Philosophical significance of Vira Saiva and Kashmira Saiva Schools

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Describe the basic concepts of Virasaiva and Kashmira Saiva Schools

·         Demonstrate the social formations and ritual practices of ViraSaiva andKashmira Saiva  Schools

·         Compare the significant features of the two philosophies.

·         Evaluate the teachings of  Pasavanna  and Vasugupta

Course Content

Introduction to Sects of Saivism; Origin of Kashmir Saivism and Virasaiva ; Doctrine of Kashmir Saivism and Virasaiva ; Physical and Metaphysical concepts; concepts  and Significance of Linga in  Virasaiva ;  The Religion and Philosophy; Epistemology;  Kula & Krama systems; Liberation and Means;Contemporary trens.

 

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assignments, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment  – 30%

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment                            

 05 %

Debate

10 %

Quiz / MCQ

05 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) : Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

 

இரத்தினசபாபதி, வை. , (1977) , வீரசைவம், மெய்யுணர்வு மேல்நிலைக்கல்வி நிறுவனம், தமிழ்நாடு.

சதாசிவம், மு. , இராசமாணிக்கம், வேலா. , (1978) , வீரசைவநெறியும் அதன் வரலாறும், தமிழ்நாடு வீரபசவசங்கம், சிவலிங்கநூற் பதிப்புக்கழகம்,ஈரோடு.

செல்வமனோகரன், தி., (2016) காஷ;மீரசைவமும் சைவசித்தாந்தமும், சேமமடு பதிப்பகம், கொழும்பு.

சேமராஜர், பெ., (1978) , பிரத்ய பிஞ்ஞானஹிருதயம், சென்னைப் பல்கலைக்கழகம். சென்னை.

பரமசாமி, (1995) , வீரசைவமரபியல், திருமகள் அழுத்தகம், சுன்னாகம்.

திருஞானசம்பந்தன், பெ., (1978), காஷ;மீரசைவம், சென்னைப் பல்கலைக்கழகம், சென்னை.

Blake Michael, R., (1992), The Origins of Vira Saiva Sect, Motilal Banarsidass Publishers, N.Delhi.

Jaideva Singh, Spanda – Karikas (The Divine Creative Pulsation), M.B. Delhi, 1980.

Jaideva Singh, (1998), Siva Sutras (The Yoga of Superme Identity), M.B. Delhi, First Edition – 1974, Reprinted.

Kumaraswamiji, (1960), The Vira Saiva Philosophy and Mysticism, Dharwar.

Rudrappa, J., (1969), Kashmir Saivism, University of Mysore Publication, Mysore.

Course Code

HSSCH 31033

Course Title

Sociological perspective of Saiva Siddhanta

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite      

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To impart comprehensive  knowledge of Saiva Siddhanta through Sociological perceptive

Intended Learning outcome

·         Identify the  theories related to the origin and development of Religion 

·         Illustrate the forms of social stratification and Saiva Siddhanta

·         Analyze gender sensitive perspectives in Saiva Siddhanta and Society

·         Discuss the relationship between Saiva Siddhanta and Society

Course Content

Socio – Cultural background of the Rise and development of Saiva Siddhanta Philosophy; Social reflection of the thought of Meikanda Sandhanas; Social and Political Context of the institutionalization of Saiva Siddhanta Tradition; Sociology of the ideological Verification in the text of Saiva Siddhanta; Social Understanding of the Formation Thiripatharthas: Karma -Moral Philosophy and Sociology, Maya, Cosmology and materialism, Saiva Siddhanta Naturalism, Social Structure and liberation,  Ananava, Self-reflection and social work, Saiva Siddhanta and great Heritage; Influence of Saiva Siddhanta in Sri Lankan Tamil Community: Sociological purview   

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment                             

 05 %

Project

10 %

Quiz 

05 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) : Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

கைலாசபதி, க. , (2006) , பண்டைத்தமிழர் வாழ்வும் வழிபாடும், குமரன் புத்தக இல்லம், இலங்கை.

சட்டோபாத்யாயா, தேவிபிரசாத். , (2009) , மதமும் சமூகமும், நியூ செஞ்சுரி புக் கவுஸ், சென்னை.

பக்தவத்சலபாரதி, (2016) , பண்பாட்டு மானிடவியல், மெய்யப்பன் பதிப்பகம், தமிழ்நாடு.

……………… , (2015) , தமிழர் மானிடவியல், அடையாளம், திருச்சி.

……………… , (2014) , இலங்கை – இந்திய மானிடவியல், நியூ செஞ்சுரி புக் கவுஸ், சென்னை.

பாஸ்கரன், க, (1994) , சமுதாயத்தத்துவம், தமிழ்ப் பல்கலைக்கழகம், தஞ்சாவூர;.

Chakladar, H.C., (1929), Social Life in Ancient India, Greater Indian Society, Calcutta.

Prabhy Pandharinath, (1954), Hindu Social organization: A study in Social Psychological and Ideological foundation, New Rev. Ed., Popular Book Depot, Bombay.

Rao, C., Hayavadana, (1931), Indian Caste System; a study, Bangalore Press, Bangalore. Sarkar,S.C., (1920), Some aspects of the Earliest Social History of India, Pre – Buddhistic Ages, O.U.P., London.

 

Course Code

HSSCH 31043

Course Title

Saiva Siddhanta in Kanthapuranam

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite      

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, , Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To sensitize  the salient features of Kanthapuranam and its special significance in Jaffna Society

Intended Learning outcome

·         Record the History of revelation and compilation of Kanthapuranam

·         Explore the impact of Kanthapuranam on Saiva Siddhanta

·         Identify and the significance of Kanthapuranam in Saiva Siddhanta heritage

·         Illustrate the distinct characteristics and the philosophical aspects of Kanthapuranam

Course Content

Introduction to the salient features of Kanthapuranam; Socio political background of Kanthapuranam; Muruka worship and its Socio- Cultural, Philosophical significance of Kanthapurana; Conceptual analysis of devotion, war, evil, maya, final release, etc; Concepts of Saiva Siddhanta; Moral philosophy; Kanthapurana Culture in Jaffna.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment                           

 05 %

Drama

05 %

Quiz 

05 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) : Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

ஆறுமுகநாவலர், (பதிப்பு) , (1958) , கந்தபுராணம், வித்தியாநுபாலன யந்திரசாலை, சென்னை.

ஆறுமுகநாவலர், (1981) , கந்தபுராண வசனம், ஸ்ரீலஸ்ரீ ஆறுமுகநாவலர் சபை, கொழும்பு.

இராமலிங்கம், நா. , (1980) , கந்தபுராண ஆராய்ச்சி, மதுரைப் பல்கலைக்கழகம், மதுரை.

கணபதிப்பிள்ளை, சி. , (1960) , கந்தபுராண போதனை, அகில இலங்கை சைவ மத்திய மகாசபையினர், சுன்னாகம், இலங்கை.

விக்னேஸ்வரி பவநேசன், (பதி) , (2019, கச்சியப்ப சிவாச்சாரியார் அருளிச் செய்த கந்தபுராணத்து வள்ளியம்மை திருமணப்படல மூலமும் உடுப்பி;ட்டி சிவசம்புப் புலவர் இயற்றிய உரையும், சந்நிதியான் ஆச்சிரம சைவ கலாசார பண்பாட்டுப் பேரவை.

கணபதிப்பிள்ளை, சி. , (1959) , கந்தபுராண கலாசாரம், ஸ்ரீ சண்முகநாத அச்சகம், யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

சுப்பிரமணியன், நா. , (2002) , கந்தபுராணம் ஒரு பண்பாட்டுக் களஞ்சியம், கலைஞன் பதிப்பகம், சென்னை.

செந்திநாதையர், காசிவாசி, (1969) , கந்தபுராண நவநீதம், கூட்டுறவுத் தமிழ்நூற் பதிப்பு விற்பனைக்கழகம், யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

Course Code

HSSCH 41023

Course Title

Saiva Siddhanta Philosophical Structure

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/ Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To introduce the concept of malas as evidenced by various sources

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the existence of Maya Mala

·         Relate the Three Philosophical structure and elucidate their respective significances

·         Compare the 36 Saiva Siddhanta concept with modern scientific thought

·         Develop skills to face contemporary social challenges from the Philosophical structural view point

Course Content
Introduction to malas; Maya mala in Indian Philosophy; Contribution of Saiva Philosophy; Existence of the Universe; Three Philosophical Structures Siva Tatva, Aanma Tatva, Vidya Tatva; Comparative Analysis.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation      

10%

 

 

30 %

Assignment-I                           

 05 %

Assignment-II

05 %

Quiz 

10 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) :Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

சிவஞானமுனிவர், (2008) , சிவஞானபாடியம், சைவசித்தாந்தப் பெருமன்றம், சென்னை.

சுப்புரெட்டியர்,த. , (2004) , சைவசித்தாந்தம் ஓர் அறிமுகம், சைவசித்தாந்த நூற்பதிப்புக்கழகம், சென்னை.

செந்திநாதையர், காசிவாசி, (பிலவங்கவருடம்) , சைவசித்தாந்த தத்துவபட வினாவிடை, செந்தில்நாத சுவாமி யந்திரசாலை, திருமங்கலம், தமிழ்நாடு.

தகாரே,க. ,வா. , (2001) , சைவதத்துவம், அல்லையன்ஸ் கம்பனி, சென்னை.

திருவிளங்கம்,மு. , (2010) , சிவஞானசித்தியார், புத்துரை, சிவதொண்டன் சபை, யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

Course Code:

HEGEN 31013

Course Name:

English for Career Development I

Credit Value:

3 Credit

Notional Hours

Theory

Practical

Independent Learning

30hrs

(2 lecture hours X 15 weeks)

15hrs

(Activities related to language skills development and assignments

1 hour X 15 weeks)

 105  hours

( Recommended Readings- 30 hrs, peer collaborative learning– 30 hrs, Independent Learning (LMS Forums) – 30 hrs, Out-of-class Grammar lessons suggested by the lecturers- 15 hrs)

 

Course Objectives

The objective of the course is to develop English language skills to help students to reflect on themselves – their abilities, skills, aptitudes and attitudes – so that they can use this knowledge for their career development.

Course Intended Learning Outcomes:

At the completion of this course unit, student will be able to:

·         Identify details in job descriptions and advertisements

·         Use contextual, structural, and morphological clues to

·         Deduce meaning of unfamiliar words and phrases related to Career development.

·         Use strategies for active listening to respond meaningfully in various contexts related to career development.

·         Develop application procedure and interview skills

·         Practice listening & comprehend complex text with varied structures, conversations and speeches with regard to job opportunities.

·         Answer questions in job interviews with a degree of confidence and accuracy

·         Engage in individual and group presentations related to various   careers and career development.

·         Demonstrate the ability to write CVs, cover letters and professional profiles

·         Construct notices, leaflets, brochures, advertisements

Course Content:

Career Development

·         Discuss issues related to various jobs and job-hunting

·         Collect information on job descriptions and advertisements

·         Analyze and construct promotional literature related to career development, such as notices, leaflets, brochures, advertisements

·         Plan and deliver a presentation about their dream jobs

Job Application Procedure

·         Design CVs / resume appropriate for certain employment opportunities

·         Develop personal statements about oneself

·         Construct sentences using adjectives in the correct order

·         Write cover letters

Interview Techniques

§   Identify strategies to face a job interview successfully

§   Learn about various organizations and their profiles

§   Conduct a SWOT analysis on oneself

§   Use terms/expressions used frequently in job interviews, orientation programmes, workshops, conferences and seminars / webinars

§   Construct questions using Wh- question forms

§   Formulate appropriate responses for questions

Official Correspondence

·         -Identify different structures of CVS.

–          Write CVs, cover letters and professional profiles

·         -Identify format of notices, leaflets, brochures, advertisements

Teaching/ Learning Methods:

Lectures, Guest lectures, Task-based language learning, student centered learning activities using LMS and zoom

Assessment Strategy:

Individual / Group Presentation, In class tests, Mid and End of Semester Examinations

Continuous Assessment – 40%

Final Assessment – 60%

Details:

a.      Continuous Assessment (30%)

ü  Mock Interview (5%)

ü  Individual /Group Presentation (5%)

ü  Individual Classroom-based Writing Assignment (cover letter, CV, formal letter/Profie writing) (10%)

ü  Listening Assignment (10%)

b.      Mid –Semester exam (10%)

Theory

Practical

Other

Recommended Reading:

Downes, C. (2008). Cambridge English for job-hunting. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.

Goodale, M. (2005). Professional presentations. Cambridge University Press

Goodale, M., & Gordon, M. (2017). The language of meetings. Andover

Hampshire: Cengage Learning.

Grussendorf, M. (2017). English for presentations. Oxford: Oxford UniversityPress.

Mascull, B. (2018). Business Vocabulary in Use: Intermediate; Self-study and

classroom use Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.

Mohan, K., & Banerji, M. (2009). Developing communication Skills (2n ed.). Macmillan Publishers.

Murphy, R. (2012). English grammar in use: A self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.

Thomson, A. J., & Martinet, A. V. (2010). A practical English grammar. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

             

 

Level III – Semester II

Course Code

HHCCH 32013

Course Title

Hindu Political theories and Judicial administration

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessments ; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours, Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To develop comprehensive   knowledge of political theories and the judicial systems of Hindu society

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the Salient features of Hindu political Theories

·         Record the uniqueness of Hindu law and administrative systems

·         Express the realities of Hindu traditional thoughts, in relation to the role of Finance and government administration

·         Assess the Contemporary legal issues of the Hindu Society.

·         Analyze the Judicial System of ancient Hindu Society

Course Content

Origin and Development of the concept of  state – Monarchies   and republics in ancient India ,Divine Theory, Power Theory& Social Contract theories  expounded in ancient Hindu Texts and other sources ,Revenue and Taxation, The Mandala Theory, Sapthanga Theory of state, Sources of Hindu Law, Salient features of  Hindu Civil law, Significance of Hindu Criminal Law, Judicial administration.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment – I                           

05 %

Assignment – II                           

05 %

Quiz / MCQ

10 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) : 05 Questions x 100 Marks  = 500 Marks

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

செந்தில்நாதன்,ச. , (1973) , இந்துசட்டம், தமிழ்நாட்டுப் பாடநூல் நிறுவனம், நியூடெல்லி.

முகுந்தன், ச. , (2020) , புராதன இந்து சமுதாயத்தில் போரியல், குமரன் புத்தக இல்லம், கொழும்பு – சென்னை.

முகுந்தன், ச. , (2014) , இந்து இலக்கியங்களில் பொருளியல் – அரசியல் நீதிபரிபாலனம், பூபாலசிங்கம் பதிப்பகம், இலங்கை.

Anant Sadashiv Altekar, (1949), State and Government in Ancient India, Modilal Banarsidass. Calcutta.

Narayanchandra Banerjee, (1938), Development of Hindu Polity and Political Theories Voloume 2, c.o. Book Agency.

Romesh Chunder Dutt, (2006), A History of Civilization in Ancient India: Based on Sanskrit Literature, Volume 2, Adamant Media Corporation.

Urmila Sharma, Sharma, S.K., (1996), Indian Political Thought, Atlantic Publishers and Distributors.

Udgaonkar, P.B., (1969), “Political Institutions & Administration” , Modilal Banarsidass, Calcutta.

Course Code

HHCCH 32023

Course Title

Role of Women in Hindu Society

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessments ; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours, Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To develop knowledge on the role of women in Hindu Tradition

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the role of women in Hindu society through ages

·         Explain the structure and function of Hindu Society 

·         Distinguish the concepts of Hindu thinkers on women education, property ownership and gender issues

·         Illustrate a critical approach towards outmoded customs like Satee, & child marriage that prevailed in ancient Hindu society

·         Analyze gender sensitive perspectives in Hindu religion and Society 

Course Content

Childhood and Education, Eight Patterns of Marriage, Married life and Religious rights, Divorce and Divorce rights, Position of the widow, Women and public life and religion, Dress and Ornaments, Property rights, Retrospect and prospect.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment – I                            

05 %

Group Presentation /Field Report

10 %

Assignment – II                              

05 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) :05 Questions x 100 Marks =500 Marks

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

சந்திரியா சோமசுந்தரம், (1990) , பெருமைக்குரிய பெண்கள், பாரிநிலையம், சென்னை.

சாந்தா,எம்.எஸ். , (1994) , காரைக்காலம்மையாரும் அக்கமாதேவியும் ஓர் ஒப்பாய்வு, கவின்கலை அச்சகம், சென்னை.

மனோகரன் துரை,   (1994) , சுவாமி விவேகானந்தரும் பெண்களும், இந்து தருமம், இந்து மாணவர் சங்கம், பேராதனைப் பல்கலைக்கழகம். 

முத்துச்சிதம்பரம், ச. , (1955) , பெண்ணியம் தோற்றமும் வளர்ச்சியும், தமிழ் புத்தகாலயம், சின்னநிலா அச்சகம், சென்னை.

விக்னேஸ்வரி,ப. , (2002) , இந்துப்பண்பாட்டு மரபில் பெண்களின் நிலை சிறப்பாக 19ஆம் நூற்றாண்டு நவீன இந்து சீர்திருத்த காலத்தை அடிப்படையாகக் கொண்ட ஆய்வு (பிரசுரிக்கப்படாத ஆய்வேடு)>

Enfield, O.R., (1941), Mother Right in India, Calcutta.

Course Code

HHCCH 32033

Course Title

Research Methodology

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite 

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessments ; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours, Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To provide the knowledge for carrying out independent research in the area of Hindu Civilization

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Explain the ontological, epistemological and methodological foundations of qualitative and quantitative researches

·         Identify and address possible ethical concerns as well as the political and social implications of research

·         Illustrate   the  basic components of the research framework, relevant to the tackled research problem

·         Compose research strategies and methods appropriate for the research problem      Construct a coherent research proposal that includes an abstract, introduction, literature review, research questions, ethical considerations, and methodology

Course Content

Nature and scope of Research Methodology, Identification of a Research Problem, Formation of Hypothesis, Review of Literature, Research Design, Samples and Study Populations, Data Collection Techniques, Data Analysis, Proposal writing.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment

05 %

Group Presentation

05 %

Field Report  

10 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

தனராஜ், தை. , (2005) , செயல்வழிஆய்வு ஓர் அறிமுகம், கொழும்பு.

பொற்கோ, (2004) , ஆராய்ச்சி நெறிமுறைகள், ஐந்திணைப் பதிப்பகம், சென்னை.

Isadore Newman, (1998), Qualitative – Quantitative Research Methodology, SIU Press.

Ranjit Kumar, (2010), Research Methodology: A step-by-step Guide for Beginners, SAGE publication.

Yogesh Kumar Singh, (2010), Research Methodology, APH Publishing.

Course Code

HHCCH 32043

Course Title

Six Systems of Hindu Philosophy (Excluding Vedanta)

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessments ; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours, Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To provide indepth knowledge of the six system of Hindu Philosophy

Intended Learning outcome

·         Identify the salient features of Orthodox Schools of Hindu philosophy

·         Compare the distinct features of the tenets of the Orthodox Schools

·         Combine metaphysical aspects of Orthodox Schools

·         Determine logical arguments in relation to nature, and Ontological entities

·          Construct the awareness to analyze on a comparative basis, with modern scientific concepts like the atomic theory and the theory of relativity

Course Content

Nature and Scope of Samkhya-Yoga, Doctrine of Three Gunas &Process of Cosmic Evolution, Mimamsa System, Dravya (Substance), Sakti (Potency), Nyaya and its Sixteen  Categories, Nyaya theory of knowledge, Nyaya epistemology, Nature and Scope of Vaisheshika, Theory of Causation, Theory of Saptha padarthas, Theory of  Atomism

 

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation      

10 %

 

 

30 %

Assignment                            

05 %

Group Presentation /Field Report

10 %

Quiz 

05 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) :Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) : 05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

கந்தசாமி,சோ.ந. , (2003) , இந்திய தத்துவக் களஞ்சியம் (தொகுதி 2) , மெய்யப்பன் பதிப்பகம்,

ராதாகிருஷ;ணன், எஸ், (1970) , கீழைமேலை நாடுகளின் மெய்ப்பொருளியல் வரலாறு, தொகுதி 2, அண்ணாமலைப்பல்கலைக்கழக வெளியீடு, தஞ்சாவூர்.

ஹரியண்ணா, எம். , (2005) , இந்திய மெய்யியல், இந்துசமய கலாசார அலுவல்கள் திணைக்களம், கொழும்பு.

Radhakrishnan, S., (1958), Indian Philosophy, Vols. I & II, Allen & Unwin, London.

Chatterjee, M.,(1998), Contemporary Indian Philosophy, Motilal Banarsidass.

Muhunthan, S., (2018), Comparative analysis on Cosmology among the Schools of Indian Philosophy with special reference to Vaisesika, Ph.D. thesis submitted to Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Jaffna,   (unpublished ).

Course Code

HHCCH 32053

Course Title

Yoga and Mental Health

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite 

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To develop knowledge on the significance of Yoga as a philosophy as well as a lifestyle

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the salient features of Yoga philosophy

·         Demonstrate various Yoga poses designed to promote well-being and relaxation

·         Determine the values and skills of Yoga

·         Discuss the Scientific base in applying Yoga as a therapy

·         Develop health, relaxation, and reduced stress in daily living

Course Content
Origin of Yoga, Introduction to the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Bagavad Geetha and Yoga, Ashtanga Marga: The 8 Limbs of Yoga, Yogic Therapy Through Traditional Understanding, Asanas, Pranayama, Kriyas, Bandhas and Mudras, Introduction to relaxation techniques, Meditation and Chanting, Lifestyle and Ethics for Yoga Teachers.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment-30%

Presentation      

10%

 

 

30 %

Assignment                            

05 %

Case Study

05 %

Project

             10%

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) :Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

Haridas Bhattacharya 1937, The Cultural Heritage of India. The Ramakrishna misson, Institute of culture caleutta. VOL- III.

Donna Farhi, Yoga Mind, Body & Spirit; A Return to wholeness 2000, Holt madougal.

Donna Farhi 2005, Bringing Yoga to Life; The every day Practice of Enlightened Living, Harperone.

Roy Long, 2006, The Key Moscles of Hatha Yoga, Bandha Yoga.

Crangle, Edward Fitzpatrick, 1994, The origino and Duelopment of Early Indian Contemplative Practices, otto Harrassouitz Verlag.

Course Code

HSNCH 32013

Course Title

Introduction to Sanskrit Linguistics

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To develop the knowledge of the Sanskrit Linguistics

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course students should be able to;

·         Identify  the nature and scope of Sanskrit linguistics

·         Describe general survey of Sanskrit Linguistics

·         Compare the features of Sanskrit Linguistics with other language families

·         Explain the methods of clarification at Sanskrit Linguistics

Course Content

Definition and nature of language, theories about origin of language nature and scope of Linguistics,phasesof development of Linguistics, Branches of Sanskrit Linguistics, Diachronic and synchronic study of Sanskrit language

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

Formative Assessment-30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

 

 

Assignment                           

05%

Debate

10%

Open Book Exam

05 %

Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

Anderson,J.M and Jones,C., (1974), Historical Linguistics I & II, North-Holland Publishing Company, Amsterdam.

Bloomfield., (1964), Leonard: Language, Motilal Banarsidas, New Delhi.

Burrow,T., (1965), The Sanskrit language, Faber and Faber, London.

Ghosh, Batakrishna, (1937), Linguistic Introduction to Sanskrit, Indian Research Institute, Calcutta.

Course Code

HSNCH 32023

Course Title

Sanskrit Grammar and Spoken Sanskrit

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisites

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To impart  advanced knowledge in Sanskrit grammar and spoken language

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course students shout be able to;

·         Define the background of Sanskrit language

·         Demonstrate the salient features of the spoken language in Sanskrit

·         Explain classical Sanskrit language

·         Translate the selected dialogues form Sanskrit into Tamil

Course Content

Second conjugation [2,3,5,7, 9]in present  system,  Aorist, Gerund, Declension, Compounds further reading and vocabulary building, Translation of selected portions of Sanskrit to Tamil and vise versa.

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1.      Formative Assessment   – 30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

Assignment                           

05%

Role Play

10%

Report

05 %

1.      Summative Assessment

                                I.            Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

Apte,V.S., (1950), The  Students Guide to Sanskrit Composition, Publication, Pune.

Bhandarkar,R.G., (1978), First book of Sanskrit, Publication,New Delhi.

Lanman,C.R., (1947), A Sanskrit  Reader, Publication, Harward.

Macdonnel,A., (1927), Sanskritr Grammar for Students, Oxford University Press, Madras.

Whiteny.W., (1973), Sanskrit Grammar, Publication, New Delhi.

 

Course Code

HSNCH 32033

Course Title

Literary Criticisms in Sanskrit

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment ; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To develop knowledge and skills on Literary criticisms in Sanskrit

Intended Learning Outcomes

·         Describe the literary criticism in Sanskrit

·         Classify the language style of poetic literature in Sanskrit

·         Illustrate Poetic literature in Sanskrit and Tamil

·         Compare Sanskrit and Tamil Languages with regard to literary theories

·         Design selected Poetic excellence of Kavyas

Course Content

Introduction to Sanskrit criticisms, Definition of poetry in Sanskrit and Tamil Brief history of literary traditions, Comparison of literary themes, Detail study of various theories.

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1.      Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation                    

10 %

30%

 

 

Assignment                             

05 %

Project                                                            

10 %

Quiz 

05 %

1.      Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

De.S.K., (1960), Sanskrit Poetics, publ…Culcutta.

Kane,P.V., (1951), History of AlankaraSastra, Publ….Bombay.

Krishnamoorthy,K ., (1985), Indian literary Theories, publ..New Delhi.

Meenakshi.,K, (1999), Literary Criticism in Tamil and Sanskrit, International Institute of Tamil Studies, Chennai.

Raghavan,V., (1973), Some Concepts of the Alankara Sastra, The Adayar library and Research centre, Madras.

Sankaran ,A., (1973), Some Aspects of literary Criticism in Sanskrit, University of Madras. Chennai.

 

Course Code

HSNCH 32043

Course Title

Study of  Upanisads  with  the  Special  Reference  to Brhadaranyakopanisad

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment : Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To study the teachings of Upanishads with the special reference to Brhadaranyakopanisad

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course students should be able to;

·         Explain  Post Vedic Literature in Sanskrit

·         Identify the literary aspects in Upanisads

·         Classify the language style of Post Vedic and Classical Sanskrit

·         Compare post Vedic and Classical Sanskrit language style.

  • Translate selections  of Upanisadic texts into Tamil

Course Content

Introduction to important Upanisads,and their place in the Vedic Literature, Contents and their Significance, Language Style, Importance of Brhadaranyakopanisad, Contents and significance of Brhadaranyakopanisad, Philosophical aspects, Literary aspects, Prescribed texts: Brhadaranyakopanisad with the commentary of Shankara Ch-I,II, selections from Chandokya Upanisad, Ishavashya Upanisad, Taitriya Upanisad and Svethasvarathara Upanisads.

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

Formative Assessment  – 30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

Assignment – I                           

05%

Assignment – II                                              

05%

Quiz 

10 %

Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) : 05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

கைலாசநாதக் குருக்கள்.கா, (1962) , வடமொழி இலக்கியவரலாறு, முதற்பாகம், வெளியீடு, கொழும்பு.

வையாபுரிப்பிள்ளை,எஸ். , (1956) , இலக்கிய உதயம், 2ம் பாகம், வெளியீடு, சென்னை.

Keith,A.B., (1958), Religion and Philosophy of the Vedas and Upanishads, Part I and II, New Delhi.

NadesaSarigal.S., (2010), Brhadaranyakopanisad with the commentary of Shankara, Gita Press, Gorakpoor.

Course Code

HSNCH 42023

Course Title

Elements of  Sanskrit  Philology

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment : Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours. Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To develop knowledge on Sanskrit philology

Intended Learning Outcomes

·         Describe the background of Indo European language

·         Identify the salient features of Indo European Languages

·         Compare the salient features of Sanskrit with Indo European Languages

·         Verify the Indo European Languages

Course Content

The origin of Sanskrit language, Element of  Indo European language family , Element of  Indo Iranian language, Element of  Indo Aryan  language, Sanskrit phonology , Word formation, Analysis of verbal and nominal forms.

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1.      Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation                    

10 %

 

 

30%

Role play                           

10 %

Assignment                                                    

05 %

Quiz 

05 %

2.      Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks.

 

 

70%

Recommended Readings

சுப்ரமணியசாஸ்திரி, பி;;.எஸ்., (1950), வடமொழிவரலாறு, அண்ணாமலைநகர். சிதம்பரம;.

Gane,N.P.,  (1950),  An introduction to comparative philology, Pune.

Burrow,T., (1962), The Sanskrit language, Oxford University press, London.

Jahagiridar, (1952),  An introduction to comparative  philology of  Indo Aryan  language, Pune.

Chakravarti,P.C., (1933), The philology of Sanskrit grammar, Calcutta.

Course Code

HSSCH 32013

Course Title

A Comparative Study on Indian and Western Philosophy

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite      

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments : Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To make conversant with  the significant aspects of Indian and Western Philosophical Schools of thoughts

Intended Learning outcome

·         Differentiate the elements of western and Indian philosophies

·         Identify and illustrate the physical and metaphysical thoughts in Indian philosophy

·         Compare the Indian philosophies and evaluate its strengths and weakness

·         Illustrate the contemporary issues

Course Content

Nature and scope of Indian philosophy and western philosophy; Metaphysical entities- God, Soul, World, Liberation etc; Philosophical enquires –mind and matter; Idealism; Materialism; Realism-Naïve realism, Critical realism; Epistemology; Moral Philosophy; Contemporary issues.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation      

10%

 

 

30 %

Assignment-I                            

 05 %

Debate

10 %

Quiz 

05 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3 Hours) : Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

ஆலன் உட்ஸ், (2018) ,தத்துவத்தின் வரலாறு, விடியல் பதிப்பகம், சென்னை.

Ayer, A,J., (1973), The Central Questions of Philosophy, Penquin Book, England,.

Burr,J.R., Golding.M., (2008), Philosophy and Contemporary Issues, Prentice-Hall of India, New Delhi.

Datta Chatterjee, (1968), An Introduction to Indian Philosophy, University of Calcutta, India.

Hospers, John, (1973),  An Introduction to Philosophical Analysis, Routedge & Kegan Publishers Ltd, London.

Sahakian, W.S., (1968), Outline – History of Philosophy. Barnes & Noble, New York.

Scruton, Roger, (1981), From Descartes to Wittgenstein – A short History of Modern Philosophy, Routedge & Kegan Publishers Ltd. London.

Course Code

HSSCH 32023

Course Title

Research Methodology 

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite      

None

National Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion- 20 hours. Field Visit- 40 hours, Library Learning – 10 hours, E – learning – 10 hours, Exam Preparation – 22 hours, In – Course Assessments ; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours, Field Report – 10 hours, Summative – 3 Hours.

Course Objective

To provide the knowledge for carrying out independent research in the area of Saiva Siddhanta

Intended Learning outcome

At the end of the course Students should be able to:

·         Discuss the importance of research studies in Hindu Civilization

·         Formulate research problem, research question and research objectives

·         Distinguish qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods

·         Identify, the basic concepts of research, such as variables, operationalization, sampling, reliability, and validity

·         Interpret the qualitative and quantitative data analysis

·         Construct a coherent research proposal

Course Content

Introduction to Research and the Research Process; Research Ethics and Integrity; Critical appraisal; Types of Researches; Quantitative Research; Introduction to Qualitative Research, Study Designs and Methods; Analysis and Interpretation of Qualitative Data; Critical Appraisal of Qualitative Research; Mixed Methods Research.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion, Presentation, Group work.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment

Presentation      

10%

 

 

30 %

Assignment                          

 05 %

Field Report

05 %

Proposal 

10 %

          2. Summative Assessment

 

Written Examination (3Hours) :Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

தனராஜ், தை. , (2005) , செயல்வழிஆய்வு ஓர் அறிமுகம், கொழும்பு.

பொற்கோ, (2004) , ஆராய்ச்சி நெறிமுறைகள், ஐந்திணைப் பதிப்பகம், சென்னை.

Isadore Newman, (1998), Qualitative – Quantitative Research Methodology, SIU Press.

Ranjit Kumar, (2010), Research Methodology: A step-by-step Guide for Beginners, SAGE publication.

Yogesh Kumar Singh, (2010), Research Methodology, APH Publishing.

Course Code

HSSCH 32033

Course Title

Saiva Siddhanta with special reference to Sivagnanabhoda

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite   e  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, , Presentation – 20h. Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To be acquainted with the texts of Pramanaviyal and Ilakkanaviyal in Saiva Siddhanta

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Sketch various Saiva Siddhanta concepts reflected in Sivagnanabhoda

·         Value the role of Sivagnanabhoda in the History of Saiva Siddhanta

·         Analyze the concepts of the contemporary trends of Pramanaviyal and Ilakkanaviyal in Sivagnanabhoda

·         Evaluate the role of Sivagnanabhoda in the History of Saiva Siddhanta

Course Content

Emphasis will be on the textual study of Sivagnanabhoda with special interest on the following aspects;  Ultimate reality and the relationship between Saiva metaphysics and the world; Satkariya Vada; Significance of Pati, Pasu, Pasa; Existence of Pati, Pasu, Pasa; Logical coherence among the bonds, Liberation as the ultimate goal.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation      

10%

 

 

30 %

 

Assignment                           

 05 %

Drama

10 %

Quiz 

05 %

Mid Semester Exam

10 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) :Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

அருணைவடிவேல் முதலியார்,சி. , (1991) , சிவஞானபோத மாபாடிய பொருள்நிலை விளக்கம், தமிழ் பல்கலைக்கழகம், தஞ்சாவூர்.

ஆறுமுகநாவலர், (ப.ஆ.) , மெய்கண்டதேவர் அருளிச்செய்த சிவஞானபோதமும் வார்த்திகமென்னும் பொழிப்புரையும், வித்தியாநுபாலன யந்திரசாலை, சென்னைப்பட்டணம்.

இரத்தினசபாபதி, வை. , (1979) , திருமுறைத்தெளிவே சிவஞானபோதம், இராதகிருஷ;ணன் மெய்யுணர்வு மேல்நிலைக் கல்வி நிறுவனம், சென்னைப்பல்கலைக்கழகம், சென்னை.

மறைமலையடிகள், (1958) , சிவஞானபோத ஆராய்ச்சி, தென்னிந்திய சைவசித்தாந்த நூற்பதிப்புக்கழகம், சென்னை.

வச்சிரவேல் முதலியார், (1977) , சிவஞானபாடியத்திறவு, சென்னைப்பல்கலைக்கழகம், சென்னை.

Course Code

HSSCH 32043

Course Title

Sivagamas and Saivasiddhanta

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/ Optional

Core

Pre-requisite      

None

National Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To introduce the significant features of  Sivagamas in Saivasiddhanta perspective

Intended Learning outcomes

·               Identify the Nature and scope of Sivagamas

·               Demonstrate modes of worship expounded in Saivagamas

·               Assess traditional values revealed in Sivagamas

·               Discover the passages of temple construction  and sculpturing 

·               Value the Saiva Siddhanta concepts reveled in Saivagamas

Course Content

Introduction to Sivagamas; Literary tradition of Sivagamas;Mantras and their Signiflcance;Temple infrastructure and Sivagamas; Traditional Values of Saiva Agamas; Principal Sivagamas and their Contents, (selected study) Modes of worship expounded in Sivagamas; Sivagamas and Saiva Siddhanta; Sri Lankan Contribution to Sivagama Tradition.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion, Presentation, Group work.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation      

10%

 

 

30 %

Assignment-I                            

 05 %

Assignment-II

05 %

Quiz 

10 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) :Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks = 500 Marks.

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

கோபாலகிருஸ்ணஐயர்,ப. , (2009) , சிவாகமங்களும் சிற்ப நூல்களும் கூறும் சிவவிக்கிரகவியல், இந்துசமய கலாசார அலுவல்கள் திணைக்களம், கொழும்பு.

சிவஸ்ரீ சுவாமிநாத சிவாசாரியார், (1954) , ஆகமம் மூலாகமம், தருமபுர ஆதீன குருபூசை விழாவில் கோடை வகுப்பில் ஆற்றிய சமய போதச் சொற்பொழிவுகள், தருமபுரம்.

பத்மநாபன், ச. , (2019) , சிவாகமங்களில் திருக்கோயில் அமைப்பு, ஸ்ரீ முன்னேஸ்வரம் தேவஸ்தானம், சிலாபம், இலங்கை.

……… , (மொ.பெ) , (2018) , ரௌரவாகமம் (ஞானாபாதம்.) , ஸ்ரீ முன்னேஸ்வரம் தேவஸ்தானம், சிலாபம், இலங்கை.

………இ (பதி.), (2018), தேவீகாலோத்தரம், (2018), ஸ்ரீ முன்னேஸ்வரம் தேவஸ்தானம், சிலாபம், இலங்கை.

……., பதி.), (2017), சிவாகம மரபில் நிலைத்தனவும் அழிந்தனவும், ஸ்ரீ முன்னேஸ்வரம் தேவஸ்தானம், சிலாபம், இலங்கை.

……………………இ (2015), சிவயோகரத்தினம், ஸ்ரீ முன்னேஸ்வரம் தேவஸ்தானம். சிலாபம், இலங்கை.

ehr;rpahH nry;tehafk;> (1987)> ,yq;ifapw; fe;jd; Nfhapy;fspw; Ngzg;gLk; Mfkf; fphpia kuGfs;> aho;g;ghzg; gy;fiyf;fof KJfiykhzpg; gl;lk; ngWtjw;fhfr; rkHg;gpf;fg;gl;l Ma;Tf;fl;Liu> aho;g;ghzk;.

 

Bhatt, N.R. (Ed.), (1964), Ajitagama, Institute François & Indology, Pondicherry.

Course Code

HSSCH 42023

Course Title

Harmony  and Saiva Siddhanta

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/ Optional

Core

Pre-requisite    

None

National Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments : Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h. Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To develop knowledge on the concept of peace and harmony in respect to Saiva Siddhanta

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the aspect of Harmony and Saiva Siddhanta

·         State the significant features of the Harmony and Saiva Siddhanta

·         Explore the concepts of Harmony and Saiva Siddhanta

·         Evaluate the contemporary trends of Harmony and Saiva Siddhanta

Course Content

Human problems and promoting harmony; Individual family social religious and ethnic harmony; Definition of Harmony, Harmony as related in Bhakthi literature, Bhagavat Geeta and Harmony, Harmony as depicted in Thirrukkural, Religious harmony in Saiva Siddhanta; Contemporary issues.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment-30%

Presentation      

10%

 

 

30 %

Assignment                           

 05 %

Debate

10 %

Quiz 

05 %

Mid Semester Exam

              10 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) :Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

 

 

70 %

Recommended Readings

தருமி, (2017) , மதங்களும் விவாதங்களும், எதிர் வெளியீடு, பொள்ளாச்சி.

மாதவன், (1999) , உலகச் சமயங்கள், அருண்மொழி பதிப்பகம், தமிழ்நாடு.

ராமசாமி, சி.க. , (1977) , உலக மதங்கள், வானதி பதிப்பகம், சென்னை.

விக்னேஸ்வரி பவனேசன், (2014) , விஜயநகர நாயக்கர் காலத் தமிழ் இலக்கியங்கள்புலப்படுத்தும் இந்து அறவியல் ஓர் நுண்ணாய்வு, (பிரசுரிக்கப்படாத கலாநிதிப்பட்ட ஆய்வேடு) , யாழ்ப்பாணப் பல்கலைக்கழகம்.

வில்டியூரென்ட் (2008) , உலக மதங்கள் ஒரு தத்துவப் பார்வை, நியூ செஞ்சுரி புக்கவுஸ், சென்னை.

Eric,J., Sharpe, (1976), Comparative Religion-A History, London.

Frank Whaling, (Editor), (1984), The World’s Religious Traditions, T & T Clark Ltd., Edinburgh.

Joseph Jeswantraj, (1989), Grace in the Saiva Siddhanthan and in  St.Paul, SouthIndian Salesian Society, Madras.

Ninian Smart, (1959), The World’s Religions, Cambridge University press, London.

Radhakrishnan, S., (1940), Eastern Religions and Western Thought, Oxford University Press.

Tawaney,R.H., (1938), Religion and the rise of Capitalism, Penguin books limited, England.

Course Code:

HEGEN 32013

Course Name:

English for Career Development II

Credit Value:

3 Credit

Prerequisite

None

Notional Hours

Theory

Practical

Independent Learning

30hrs

 

(2 lecture hours X 15 weeks)

 

15hrs

 

(Activities related to language skills development and assignments

1 hour X 15 weeks)

 

105hrs

 

(Recommended Readings 30 hrs, collaborative learning 30 hrs, independent learning (LMS) 30 hrs, Out of class grammar lessons suggested by the lecturers 15 hrs

Course Objectives

The objective of the course is to develop English language skills related to employability and enterprise skills, such as teamwork and communication.

Course Intended Learning Outcomes:

At the completion of this course unit, student will be able to:

·         Recall information in reading and listening texts related to career development

·         Identify the gist and details in texts, audio-visual materials based on real-life business situations

·         Use vocabulary related to general business situations.

·         Develop conversations with clients, colleagues and superiors in professional contexts

·         Construct planned and impromptu speech (welcome speech/ keynote   speech/vote of thanks)

·         Deliver presentations on proposed projects and business reports

·         Describe graphs and charts related to different business contexts

·         Formulate formal letters memos and e-mails appropriate for different contexts

·         Write minutes and agenda of official meetings

·         Prepare reports and proposals for professional purposes

Course Content:

Facilitating and Conducting Meetings and Negotiating skills

·         Identify the skills for conducting meetings

·         Identify expressions/phrases used in greeting, introducing guest speakers, making proposals, accepting ideas and thanking

·         express and respond to ideas and opinions in meetings using appropriate language

·         Use negotiating skills in meetings and business purposes

·         Write Minutes and Agenda

·         Construct sentences with appropriate subject-verb agreement

 

Official correspondence

·         Identify the structure of formal letters, memos and e-mails

·         Use terms/expressions related to formal letters, memos and e-mails

·         Identify the difference between formal and informal letters

·         Design formal letters appropriate for different contexts ((letters of invitation/ response/complain/ disappointment/ satisfaction / placing orders)

·         Write memos and e-mails

 

Presentation Skills and Public speaking skills

·         Distinguish between good and bad presentations

·         Identify the organization and content of slides

·         Prepare slides for an effective power point presentation

·         Use multimedia in presentations

 

Writing Business Reports

·         Identify the structure of  Business Reports

·         Write a project proposal

·         Analyze and describe business progress using graphs and charts

Teaching/ Learning Methods:

Lecture , Guest lectures, Task-based language learning, student centered learning activities on LMS, presentations, discussions, video on famous speeches

Assessment Strategy:

Portfolio, Business Meeting, Project Proposal, Business Reports, Mid and End Semester Examinations

Continuous Assessment 40%

Final Assessment 60%

Details:

a.      Continuous Assessment (30%)

ü  Individual Classroom-based Writing Assignment (Formal letter/email/ business reports (10%)

ü  Listening Assignment (10%)

ü  Speaking Assignment: Conducting   Business Meeting or Discussion (10%)

b.      Mid Semester Exam (10%)

Theory

Practical

Other

Recommended Reading:

Bowden, J. (2006). Writing a report.,(9th ed.). How to Books Ltd.

Downes, C. (2008). Cambridge English for job-hunting. Cambridge: University Press. Emmerson, P. (2013). Email English. London: Macmillan.

Goodale, M., & Gordon, M. (2017). The language of meetings. Andover Hampshire: Cengage Learning.

Grussendorf, M. (2017). English for presentations. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Jones, L. & Alexander, R. (2003). New international Business English, New York: Cambridge University Press.

Mascull, B. (2003). Business vocabulary in Use New York: Cambridge University Press, Munter, M. (2003). Guide to managerial communication, New Jersey: Prentice Hall Richey, R. (2012). English for customer care. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Smith, D. G. (2017). English for telephoning. Oxford: Oxford UniversityPress.