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MA in Hindi at Banshi Chand Degree College
Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh
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About the Specialization
What is Hindi at Banshi Chand Degree College Gorakhpur?
This MA Hindi program at Banshi Chand Degree College, following the DDUGU NEP-2020 curriculum, offers an in-depth exploration of Hindi literature, linguistics, and criticism. It focuses on ancient, medieval, and modern literary traditions, preparing students for diverse roles in academia, media, and cultural preservation, reflecting India''''s rich linguistic heritage and growing demand for Hindi experts.
Who Should Apply?
This program is ideal for Hindi literature graduates seeking advanced academic pursuit, aspiring teachers, researchers, content writers for media and publishing, and individuals preparing for competitive examinations requiring strong Hindi proficiency. It also caters to those aiming for roles in government and cultural organizations.
Why Choose This Course?
Graduates of this program can expect career paths in college/university teaching (after NET/JRF), research, journalism, content creation, translation, and Hindi officer positions in government. Entry-level salaries typically range from INR 2.5-4 LPA, with experienced professionals earning INR 5-8+ LPA, reflecting strong growth trajectories in India''''s academic and media sectors.
Student Success Practices
Foundation Stage
Master Core Literary Concepts- (Semester 1-2)
Develop a strong understanding of ancient, medieval, and modern Hindi poetry and prose by deeply engaging with prescribed texts and critical commentaries. Focus on literary movements, prominent authors, and their historical context.
Tools & Resources
Official textbooks, Critical essays and journals, University library resources, Online literary archives
Career Connection
A solid foundation is crucial for academic success, NET/JRF preparation, and effective communication in any Hindi-related professional role.
Build Strong Linguistic & Grammatical Skills- (Semester 1-2)
Concentrate on Hindi linguistics, grammar, and the history of the language. Practice writing clear and grammatically correct Hindi, and understand the nuances of language evolution and functional Hindi applications.
Tools & Resources
Standard Hindi grammar books, Online Hindi dictionaries (e.g., Shabdkosh), Language practice exercises
Career Connection
Essential for roles in content writing, journalism, translation, and any position requiring high proficiency in written and spoken Hindi.
Engage in Active Learning & Discussion- (Semester 1-2)
Participate actively in classroom discussions, seminars, and group studies. Present your interpretations of literary texts and engage in constructive debates with peers and faculty to enhance critical thinking and analytical skills.
Tools & Resources
Study groups, Departmental seminars, Literary clubs
Career Connection
Develops presentation and communication skills vital for teaching, research, and leadership roles in cultural or academic institutions.
Intermediate Stage
Deep Dive into Literary Theories and Criticism- (Semester 3)
Explore Indian and Western literary theories and schools of criticism. Apply various critical lenses to analyze complex literary works, understanding their socio-cultural and psychological dimensions. Develop your own critical perspective.
Tools & Resources
Critical theory texts, Research papers on literary criticism, Academic databases
Career Connection
Crucial for advanced research, academic publishing, and developing a nuanced understanding required for literary analysis roles.
Hone Creative and Functional Writing Skills- (Semester 3)
Engage in creative writing (poetry, short stories, essays) and practical functional writing (journalism, translation, official correspondence). Seek feedback from mentors and participate in writing workshops.
Tools & Resources
Creative writing platforms, Translation tools (manual and software for practice), Media publications
Career Connection
Directly enhances employability in media, content creation, publishing, and government administrative roles requiring strong drafting skills.
Participate in Departmental & University Events- (Semester 3)
Actively attend and contribute to literary fests, poetry recitations, drama performances, and guest lectures organized by the Hindi Department or the university. Network with literary figures and peers.
Tools & Resources
Event calendars, Departmental notice boards, Social media groups for events
Career Connection
Builds professional networks, provides exposure to current trends in Hindi literature, and enhances cultural awareness, valuable for public relations and cultural roles.
Advanced Stage
Undertake Independent Research and Thesis Writing- (Semester 4)
Choose a relevant research topic, conduct thorough literature review, collect and analyze data, and meticulously write your research project/thesis. Focus on originality and academic rigor.
Tools & Resources
Research databases (JSTOR, Shodhganga), Academic writing guides, Citation management tools
Career Connection
Prepares for M.Phil./Ph.D. programs, research positions, and demonstrates advanced analytical and writing skills highly valued in academia and policy-making.
Prepare for NET/JRF and Competitive Exams- (Semester 4)
Start dedicated preparation for the UGC NET/JRF exam and other competitive exams (e.g., UPSC, State PCS with Hindi optional) by solving previous year papers and focusing on broad syllabus coverage.
Tools & Resources
NET/JRF study materials, Online coaching platforms, Previous year question papers
Career Connection
Directly opens doors to Assistant Professorships, Junior Research Fellowships, and prestigious government administrative services in India.
Develop Advanced Translation & Media Skills- (Semester 4)
Specialize in advanced translation techniques (literary, technical, administrative) and explore media writing (scriptwriting, advertising, digital content). Build a portfolio of translated or original media content.
Tools & Resources
Specialized translation software (for exposure), Media production guidelines, Blogging platforms
Career Connection
Creates strong career prospects in translation agencies, media houses, public relations, and as independent content creators or literary translators.
Program Structure and Curriculum
Eligibility:
- Graduation (B.A.) with Hindi as a major subject from a recognized university, or equivalent qualification as per DDUGU norms.
Duration: 4 semesters / 2 years
Credits: 64 Credits
Assessment: Internal: 25%, External: 75%
Semester-wise Curriculum Table
Semester 1
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HINMA 101 | प्राचीन एवं मध्यकालीन काव्य (Ancient and Medieval Poetry) | Core | 4 | कबीरदास: साखी, पदावली, जायसी: पद्मावत (संपादित अंश), सूरदास: भ्रमरगीत सार, तुलसीदास: रामचरितमानस (अयोध्याकांड), बिहारी: बिहारी सतसई (दोहे), घनानंद: सुजान हित |
| HINMA 102 | आधुनिक गद्य एवं काव्य (Modern Prose and Poetry) | Core | 4 | प्रेमचंद: गोदान (उपन्यास), जयशंकर प्रसाद: ध्रुवस्वामिनी (नाटक), रामचंद्र शुक्ल: निबंध संग्रह (चिंतामणि भाग 1), भारतेन्दु हरिश्चंद्र: भारत दुर्दशा (नाटक), सूर्यकांत त्रिपाठी ''''निराला'''': कविताएँ (जूही की कली), महादेवी वर्मा: कविताएँ (यामा से) |
| HINMA 103 | भाषा विज्ञान एवं हिन्दी भाषा का इतिहास (Linguistics and History of Hindi Language) | Core | 4 | भाषा विज्ञान: स्वरूप, परिभाषा, शाखाएँ, ध्वनि विज्ञान: स्वन, स्वनिम, वर्गीकरण, रूप विज्ञान: रूपिम, शब्द और पद, अर्थ विज्ञान: अर्थ परिवर्तन के कारण, हिन्दी भाषा का उद्भव और विकास, खड़ी बोली हिन्दी का विकास |
| HINMA 104 | प्रयोजनमूलक हिन्दी (Functional Hindi) | Elective | 4 | प्रयोजनमूलक हिन्दी: स्वरूप, क्षेत्र, कार्यालयी हिन्दी: पत्राचार, टिप्पणी, प्रारूपण, पत्रकारिता हिन्दी: समाचार लेखन, फीचर लेखन, विज्ञापन और जनसंचार, अनुवाद: स्वरूप, महत्व, प्रकार |
Semester 2
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HINMA 105 | आधुनिक हिन्दी काव्य (Modern Hindi Poetry) | Core | 4 | जयशंकर प्रसाद: कामायनी (श्रद्धा, लज्जा, ईड़ा सर्ग), सूर्यकांत त्रिपाठी ''''निराला'''': राम की शक्तिपूजा, सुमित्रानंदन पंत: परिवर्तन, महादेवी वर्मा: मैं नीर भरी दुख की बदली, अज्ञेय: असाध्य वीणा, मुक्तिबोध: ब्रह्मराक्षस |
| HINMA 106 | हिन्दी साहित्य का इतिहास: गद्य विधाएँ (History of Hindi Literature: Prose Genres) | Core | 4 | उपन्यास: उद्भव, विकास, प्रमुख उपन्यासकार, कहानी: उद्भव, विकास, प्रमुख कहानीकार, नाटक: उद्भव, विकास, प्रमुख नाटककार, निबंध: उद्भव, विकास, प्रमुख निबंधकार, आलोचना: स्वरूप, विकास, प्रमुख आलोचक, रेखाचित्र, संस्मरण, जीवनी, आत्मकथा |
| HINMA 107 | काव्यशास्त्र एवं साहित्य सिद्धान्त (Poetics and Literary Theory) | Core | 4 | काव्य लक्षण, काव्य हेतु, काव्य प्रयोजन, रस सिद्धान्त: स्वरूप, अवयव, रस निष्पत्ति, अलंकार सिद्धान्त: प्रमुख अलंकार, रीति सिद्धान्त, ध्वनि सिद्धान्त, वक्रोक्ति सिद्धान्त, औचित्य सिद्धान्त, छंद: प्रमुख छंद, शब्द शक्ति: अभिधा, लक्षणा, व्यंजना |
| HINMA 108 | हिन्दी आलोचना (Hindi Criticism) | Elective | 4 | आलोचना: स्वरूप, प्रकार, विकास, आचार्य रामचंद्र शुक्ल: आलोचना दृष्टि, आचार्य हजारी प्रसाद द्विवेदी: आलोचना दृष्टि, नंददुलारे वाजपेयी, डॉ. नामवर सिंह: आलोचना दृष्टि, मार्क्सवादी आलोचना, मनोविश्लेषणवादी आलोचना, उत्तर-आधुनिक आलोचना |
Semester 3
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HINMA 201 | पाश्चात्य काव्यशास्त्र (Western Poetics) | Core | 4 | प्लेटो: काव्य सिद्धान्त, अरस्तू: अनुकरण सिद्धान्त, त्रासदी सिद्धान्त, लोंजाइनस: उदात्त सिद्धान्त, आई.ए. रिचर्ड्स: मूल्य सिद्धान्त, संप्रेषण सिद्धान्त, टी.एस. इलियट: निर्वैयक्तिकता का सिद्धान्त, परम्परा की अवधारणा, रूपवाद, नई समीक्षा |
| HINMA 202 | हिन्दी उपन्यास (Hindi Novels) | Core | 4 | ‘मैला आँचल’ – फणीश्वरनाथ रेणु, ‘झूठा सच’ – यशपाल, ‘राग दरबारी’ – श्रीलाल शुक्ल, ‘आपका बंटी’ – मन्नू भंडारी, ‘तमस’ – भीष्म साहनी, ‘धरती धन न अपना’ – जगदीश चंद्र |
| HINMA 203 | हिन्दी कहानी (Hindi Short Stories) | Core | 4 | ‘उसने कहा था’ – चंद्रधर शर्मा गुलेरी, ‘कफन’ – प्रेमचंद, ‘पुरस्कार’ – जयशंकर प्रसाद, ‘वापसी’ – उषा प्रियंवदा, ‘पर्दा’ – यशपाल, ‘गैंग्रीन’ (रोज) – अज्ञेय |
| HINMA 204 | हिन्दी नाटक एवं रंगमंच (Hindi Drama and Theatre) | Elective | 4 | भारतेन्दु हरिश्चंद्र: अंधेर नगरी, जयशंकर प्रसाद: स्कंदगुप्त, मोहन राकेश: आधे-अधूरे, लक्ष्मीनारायण लाल: मादा कैक्टस, भीष्म साहनी: कबिरा खड़ा बाजार में, रंगमंच के तत्व, नाटक और रंगमंच का संबंध |
Semester 4
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HINMA 205 | शोध प्रविधि एवं सर्वेक्षण (Research Methodology and Survey) | Elective | 4 | शोध: अर्थ, परिभाषा, उद्देश्य, प्रकार, शोध के चरण: विषय चयन, परिकल्पना, दत्त संकलन, शोध उपकरण: प्रश्नावली, साक्षात्कार, अवलोकन, शोध-प्रबंध: स्वरूप, लेखन प्रक्रिया, संदर्भ ग्रन्थ सूची लेखन, पाद-टिप्पणी, वैज्ञानिक विधि और शोध |
| HINMA 206 | अनुवाद विज्ञान एवं सृजनात्मक लेखन (Translation Studies and Creative Writing) | Elective | 4 | अनुवाद: परिभाषा, स्वरूप, महत्व, प्रकार, अनुवाद की प्रक्रिया, अनुवाद की समस्याएँ, वैज्ञानिक और तकनीकी अनुवाद, सृजनात्मक लेखन: स्वरूप, प्रकार, कहानी लेखन, कविता लेखन, निबंध लेखन, ब्लॉग लेखन, पटकथा लेखन |
| HINMA 207 | दलित साहित्य / स्त्री विमर्श (Dalit Literature / Feminism) (Choice Based) | Elective | 4 | दलित साहित्य: अवधारणा, पृष्ठभूमि, प्रमुख रचनाकार, दलित आत्मकथाएँ: मोहनदास नैमिशराय, ओमप्रकाश वाल्मीकि, स्त्री विमर्श: अवधारणा, पृष्ठभूमि, प्रमुख रचनाकार, भारतीय समाज में नारी की स्थिति और साहित्य में उसका चित्रण, पुरुष सत्ता, पितृसत्तात्मक समाज और स्त्री, आधुनिक हिन्दी कविता में स्त्री स्वर |
| HINMA 208 | शोध-प्रबंध / मौखिक परीक्षा (Research Project / Viva Voce) | Project | 4 | शोध-प्रबंध का लेखन (अनुमोदित विषय पर), शोध-प्रबंध की प्रस्तुति, मौखिक परीक्षा (Viva Voce), शोध नैतिकता, साहित्यिक शोध के आयाम |
