Dhananjay Kumar

Professional Overview

Dhananjay Kumar is a highly distinguished and award-winning academician, researcher, and institutional leader serving as the Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Political Science at M.D.S.D. College, Ambala City. A gold medalist who ranked first in his master’s program at Kurukshetra University, he has twice qualified for the UGC-NET for Assistant Professor with an exceptional 98.14 percentile. Currently pursuing his Ph.D. from Lovely Professional University, his extensive research portfolio includes Scopus-indexed and UGC CARE-listed publications covering women’s empowerment, public governance, constitutional law, and international conflicts. Alongside his teaching and research, Mr. Kumar commands substantial administrative authority, driving student welfare, national service initiatives, and innovation ecosystems as a convener for multiple institutional bodies. 

Professional Experience & Administrative Roles

Current Appointments

Assistant Professor & Head (HOD) | Department of Political Science, M.D.S.D. College, Ambala City. 

Directs departmental operations, drives curriculum execution, and manages subject-matter distribution. 

N.S.S. Programme Officer | M.D.S.D. College. 

Leads community outreach, civic engagement, and youth development programming for the National Service Scheme. 

Institutional Convenerships:

Convener, Research and Development Cell. 

Convener, Incubation Centre. 

Convener, Students Grievances and Students Welfare Cell. 

Committee Leadership & Memberships:

Core Committee Member of the College Convocation. 

Member, Institution Innovation Council (Ministry of Education Innovation Cell). 

Member, Women’s Cell. 

In-charge, Political Science Association. 

Member, Feedback and Data Analysis Committee. 

Past Employment

Assistant Professor | Department of Political Science, S.D. College, Ambala Cantt (2021–2023). 

Conducted undergraduate lecture series, designed examinations, and mentored students in political theory and international relations. 

Academic & Educational Qualifications

Ph.D. in Political Science (Ongoing): Pursuing doctoral research at Lovely Professional University (LPU), Phagwara, Punjab. 

UGC-NET Qualification: Twice Qualified for Assistant Professor UGC-NET (Secured a 98.14 percentile). 

M.A. (Political Science): Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra | 83.45%

Conferred the First Rank and university Gold Medal for academic excellence. 

B.A.: Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra | 68.20%. 

Senior Secondary (12th): Board of School Education Haryana | 90.06%. 

Matriculation (10th): Board of School Education Haryana | 87.20%. 

Intellectual Contributions & Publications

Peer-Reviewed & Indexed Journal Publications

• “Evaluation of the Right to Information Act in the Indian Democratic System” – Published in NeuroQuantology (Scopus Indexed), Volume 20, Issue 11, Pages 1999–2005 (2022). 
• “Grassroots Democracy: Panchayati Raj System in India in the Last Three Decades” – Published in the Journal of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai (UGC CARE Listed), Vol. 96, No. 09 (1), Pages 43–53 (2022). 
• “Analysis of the Conflict Between Russia and Ukraine” – Published in the NIU International Journal of Human Rights (UGC CARE Listed), Vol. 9, Pages 49–57 (2022). 
• “Women Empowerment Through Women Entrepreneurship (A Case Study of Urban Indian Women)” – Published in Anthology The Research, Vol. VII, Issue III, Pages 7–11 (2022). 
• “Evaluation of Good Governance” – Published in Remarking An Analisation, Vol. VII, Issue III, Pages 29–34 (2022). 
• “Increasing Cases of Domestic Violence in Post-Independent India” – Published in Innovation The Research Concept, Vol. VII, Issue V, Pages 69–72 (2022). 
• “Domestic Challenges to India’s Rise in the World: A Critical Study” – Published in Research Ambition: An International Multidisciplinary e-Journal, Vol. 08, Issue I (2023). 
• “An Analysis of Online Education in India During the COVID-19 Pandemic” – Published in Bohal Shodh Manjusha, Vol. 18, Issue 6(1), Pages 247–252 (2023). 

Selected Conference & Seminar Presentations

Mr. Kumar has presented over 24 specialized research papers at national and international seminars sponsored by UGC, State, and Central Government bodies, including:

International Papers: “Nation and Character Building Through The Indian Education System”, “Atmanirbhar Bharat: Analysis Of Opportunities and Challenges”, and “Origin And Development of Human Rights”. 

Geopolitical & Policy Papers: Analyses on the abrogation of Article 370 in Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir; the global political impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict; and the pervasiveness of Sanatan culture in Europe. 

Socio-Legal Papers: Research on child labor psychology, gender-based domestic violence, mass media’s influence on political attitudes, and the role of leadership in emerging Indian political trends. 

Honors, Awards & Achievements

• State Commendations: Recipient of the prestigious “Medhavi Chhatra Samaan” Award presented by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Haryana, and subsequently by the Hon’ble MLA of Ambala. 
• National Recognition: Honored by the National Council for Science and Technology, Department of Science and Technology (Government of India) in collaboration with the Indian Resource and Development Association. 
• Civil & Cultural Laurels: Awarded the Award of Honour by Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan and recognized by O.S.C.A. (Organization for Social and Cultural Awareness) for landmark contributions to higher education. 
• Institutional Distinctions: Bestowed the Award of Recognition by MDSD College for research dedication. Secured 1st Position in the “Bharat ko Jano Pratiyogita” organized by Bharat Vikas Parishad. 

Certifications & Professional Training

• Innovation & Governance: Completed Innovation Ambassador Training at both Foundation and Advanced levels through the Ministry of Education. 
• Institutional Safeguards: Participated in specialized workshops held by the Kurukshetra University Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) regarding the prevention of sexual harassment of women at workplace higher education institutions. 
• Technical Skills: Completed a 10-day intensive workshop certification on Mastering Advanced Excel and holds a formal certificate in Introduction to Computers. 
• Civic & Human Values: Certified in Senior Professional First-Aid Training and Human Values instruction. 

Key Skills

Institutional Leadership & Academic Governance

• Departmental Administration: Experienced in managing university-affiliated departments, optimizing academic delivery, allocating timelines, and orchestrating wide convocation panels. 
• Incubation & Innovation Mentorship: Certified ability to foster grassroots entrepreneurial ecosystems, guide student innovators, and execute Ministry of Education Innovation Cell frameworks. 
• Student Welfare & Civic Mobilization: Highly competent at resolving student grievances, overseeing large-scale community outreach projects (NSS), and managing youth student associations. 

Advanced Research & Analytical Competencies

• Political & Policy Analysis: Expert capability in evaluating democratic legal frameworks (e.g., Right to Information Act), local self-governance models (Panchayati Raj), and regional socio-economic impact metrics. 
• Data-Driven Academic Writing: Proficient in gathering institutional feedback, utilizing quantitative tools like advanced Excel, and managing papers through international, peer-reviewed, and Scopus-indexed pipelines. 
• Public Speaking & Debate Instruction: Accomplished speech and essay mentor, specializing in educating youth cohorts on political attitudes, communication media, and global diplomatic crises.