Professional Overview
Dr. Raju C.P. is a distinguished scholar and academic leader in Hindi literature, currently serving as an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Hindi at St. Aloysius College. With over 24 years of teaching experience, he is a recognized Research Supervisor and a prominent voice in Hindi fiction and comparative literature. His career is marked by numerous international and national awards for his contributions to academia and literature.
Academic Background
Dr. Raju holds a multidisciplinary academic portfolio with several advanced degrees:
- Ph.D. in Hindi.
- M. Phil. and M.A. in Hindi.
- L.L.B. (Bachelor of Laws).
- B.Ed. (Bachelor of Education).
- Additional Qualifications: R.B.P and D.C.P.A.
Leadership & Institutional Roles
- Academic Governance: Serves as a Member of the Board of Studies (Hindi) at the University of Calicut (2016–2019) and as a Subject Expert for the Board of Studies at The American College, Madurai (2020 onwards).
- Research Supervision: Appointed as a Research Supervisor at Government Arts & Science College, Kozhikode.
- Professional Memberships: Senior Member of the Novel Research Academy, Pondicherry.
Research & Publications
Dr. Raju is a prolific researcher with a vast list of publications in peer-reviewed and UGC Care-listed journals. His research covers diverse themes:
- Hindi Fiction: Extensive analysis of authors like Bhairavuprasad Gupt, Rangeya Raghav, and Amritlal Nagar.
- Comparative Literature: Specialized in Hindi-Malayalam comparative studies.
- Contemporary Issues: Research on the impact of COVID-19 on employment and the role of social media among youth.
- National Consciousness: Studies on nationalist themes in the poetry of Vallathol Narayanan Menon.
Awards & Recognition
- Distinguished Career in Academia Award (2023): International recognition from Sidvi Foundation.
- Research & Literature Excellence Award (2023): Awarded during the Ujjain Sahytholsav.
- Best Senior Faculty Award (2022): International award from DK International Research Foundation.
- Outstanding Graduate Student Teaching Award (2021-22): National award from Novel Research Academy.