Professional Overview
Dr. Aarti Rani is an accomplished scholar and educator in defense studies and international relations, backed by over a decade of combined academic research and collegiate teaching experience. She has a demonstrated history of delivering undergraduate lectures at notable institutions in Hisar, alongside a robust publication and presentation record specializing in cyber security, maritime strategy, and cross-border geopolitical challenges.
Academic Background & Qualifications
- Ph.D. – Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak (Awarded, 2012).
- UGC-NET – Qualified the National Eligibility Test for lectureship (June 2011).
- M.A. – Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak (Graduated with a Gold Medal, 66%, 2006).
- B.A. – Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra (KUK) (First Class, 60%, 2004).
- Senior Secondary (Class 12) – Board of School Education, Haryana (BSEH) (60%, 2001).
- Matriculation (Class 10) – Board of School Education, Haryana (BSEH) (1999).
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer / Extension Faculty (B.A. Classes) – D.N. College, Hisar (6-year teaching tenure).
- Lecturer / Extension Faculty (B.A. Classes) – F.C. College, Hisar.
Key Research & Publications
Dr. Rani has contributed ten peer-reviewed research papers and book chapters focusing heavily on India’s national security frameworks:
- “Cyber Staking: Crime and Challenge at the Cyber Space” – Published in Pramana Research Journal (Impact Factor: 2.87, 2015).
- “Maritime Security, Challenges & Threats in India” – Published in Gurukul International Multidisciplinary Research Journal (Impact Factor: 4.347, 2018).
- “India’s External Security Threats” – Published in Hindu: International Referred Journal (2014).
- Book Chapters: Contributed expert chapters on modern defense issues, including “Cyber Terrorism and National Security” (2015), “Kashmir Problem: Causes and Solutions” (2015), and “Economic Relations Between India and Nepal” (2018).
Seminars & Conference Presentations
She has presented 14 research papers at prestigious state, national, and international platforms, heavily sponsored by premium bodies like the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), the University Grants Commission (UGC), and the Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA). High-profile presentations include:
- Political Changes and Security Relations Between India-Pakistan (ICWA Sponsored International Seminar, 2019).
- India’s Relations with Major Powers Under PM Modi (ICWA Sponsored National Seminar, 2019).
- Globalisation and Human Security: Issues & Challenges (ICSSR Sponsored International Seminar, 2015).
- India-China Bilateral Relations (ICSSR Sponsored National Seminar, 2015).
Honors, Achievements & Leadership
- Academic Excellence: Awarded a Gold Medal during her Master’s program in 2006.
- National Cadet Corps: Successfully attained both the NCC ‘B’ and NCC ‘C’ Certificates, showcasing disciplined leadership and institutional service.
