
MA in Hindi at Jawaharlal Nehru Rajkeeya Mahavidyalaya


South Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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About the Specialization
What is Hindi at Jawaharlal Nehru Rajkeeya Mahavidyalaya South Andaman?
This Hindi program at Jawaharlal Nehru Rajkeeya Mahavidyalaya focuses on a comprehensive study of Hindi literature, linguistics, literary theory, and functional applications. It delves into the rich heritage of ancient and modern Hindi poetry and prose, while also equipping students with practical skills for diverse Indian industries like media, education, and administration. The curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking and a deep appreciation for the language''''s cultural significance.
Who Should Apply?
This program is ideal for fresh graduates with a passion for Hindi language and literature, aspiring educators, content creators, journalists, and civil service aspirants. It also suits working professionals seeking to enhance their language skills for career progression in Indian media, publishing, or government sectors. A strong foundational knowledge in Hindi is a prerequisite for success.
Why Choose This Course?
Graduates of this program can expect promising career paths in India as Hindi teachers, professors, journalists, content writers, editors, translators, and administrators in government departments. Entry-level salaries typically range from 3 to 6 LPA, with significant growth potential for experienced professionals. The program also aligns with qualifications for national competitive exams like NET/JRF, opening doors to research and academic roles.

Student Success Practices
Foundation Stage
Deep Dive into Literary Fundamentals- (Semester 1)
Focus on mastering ancient and medieval poetry, modern Hindi literature history, Indian poetics, and linguistics. Regularly read classic Hindi texts, engage in detailed literary discussions, and use critical commentaries to build a strong theoretical base.
Tools & Resources
Classic Hindi literary works, Sahitya Akademi publications, Online literary archives
Career Connection
Strong fundamentals are crucial for academic excellence, competitive exams like NET/JRF, and careers in teaching or literary criticism.
Cultivate Robust Reading and Discussion Habits- (Semester 1)
Expand knowledge beyond textbooks by regularly reading contemporary Hindi literary magazines, journals, and critical essays. Actively participate in college literary clubs, debates, and seminars to exchange ideas and improve oral presentation and analytical skills.
Tools & Resources
Hans magazine, Naya Gyanodaya journal, Vagarth magazine, College literary society
Career Connection
Enhances critical thinking, communication, and networking, beneficial for journalism, content creation, and academic roles.
Develop Textual Analysis Proficiency- (Semester 1)
Practice analyzing complex literary texts, identifying poetic elements, and understanding historical and cultural contexts. Utilize online literary databases, e-journals, and academic articles to deepen research abilities and critical interpretation of literature.
Tools & Resources
J-STOR, Google Scholar, E-Pathshala
Career Connection
Essential for research-oriented careers, academic writing, and sophisticated content development.
Intermediate Stage
Apply Functional Hindi in Real-World Scenarios- (Semester 2-3)
Actively practice administrative, commercial, and media Hindi through mock exercises and real-world projects. Seek short-term internships or volunteer opportunities in local media houses, NGOs, or government offices to gain practical experience in translation, official correspondence, and public relations.
Tools & Resources
Government gazettes, Hindi business newspapers, Local media outlets, Translation tools for practice
Career Connection
Directly enhances employability in government, banking, journalism, and corporate communication sectors requiring functional Hindi expertise.
Engage with Advanced Literary Theories and Criticism- (Semester 2-3)
Participate in advanced seminars, workshops, and inter-departmental discussions on Indian and Western poetics, literary theory, and critical approaches. Form study groups to debate and apply these theories to contemporary Hindi literature and social issues, developing a nuanced critical perspective.
Tools & Resources
Academic journals on literary theory, University seminars, Peer study groups
Career Connection
Prepares for higher academic pursuits (Ph.D.), literary criticism, and roles requiring deep analytical insight into cultural narratives.
Strategic Elective Selection and Specialized Projects- (Semester 2-3)
Carefully choose elective courses (e.g., Folk Literature, Comparative Literature, Dalit Sahitya, Women''''s Discourse) based on specific career aspirations or research interests. Conduct mini-research projects, review books, or give presentations on chosen specialized topics to build expertise.
Tools & Resources
Elective course catalogs, Faculty mentors, Specialized databases
Career Connection
Allows for niche specialization, enhancing job prospects in specific areas like cultural studies, social commentary, or literary translation.
Advanced Stage
Master Research Methodology and Dissertation Skills- (Semester 4)
Thoroughly understand and apply research techniques for academic dissertations or advanced studies, guided by faculty mentors. Identify a unique and relevant research problem, meticulously collect and analyze data, and present findings in a structured, high-quality academic paper, adhering to ethical standards.
Tools & Resources
UGC Care Listed Journals, Research methodology textbooks, Reference management software like Zotero
Career Connection
Indispensable for pursuing M.Phil/Ph.D. degrees, academic research roles, and for developing analytical rigor valued in any professional field.
Integrated Preparation for Competitive Exams- (Semester 4)
Simultaneously prepare for national competitive exams like NET/JRF (for teaching and research positions) or UPSC Civil Services (if Hindi literature is an optional subject). Join specialized coaching centers or online test series, and maintain a disciplined study schedule to leverage the MA curriculum for exam success.
Tools & Resources
NTA NET/JRF previous year papers, UPSC study materials, Online coaching platforms
Career Connection
Directly opens pathways to university teaching, research fellowships, and prestigious administrative positions in the Indian government.
Professional Networking and Portfolio Development- (Semester 4)
Actively attend literary festivals, national-level workshops, and interactions with renowned authors and literary figures. Develop a comprehensive portfolio showcasing academic papers, critical essays, translated works, or published articles to demonstrate expertise and professional capability to potential employers.
Tools & Resources
Literary festivals (e.g., Jaipur Literature Festival), Professional LinkedIn profile, Personal academic blog/website
Career Connection
Builds valuable industry contacts, provides visibility, and creates tangible evidence of skills, crucial for placements and career advancement.
Program Structure and Curriculum
Eligibility:
- Bachelor''''s degree with Hindi as a core subject or second language or an equivalent degree from a recognized university.
Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
Credits: 68 (up to 72 with optional 8-credit Dissertation) Credits
Assessment: Internal: 40%, External: 60%
Semester-wise Curriculum Table
Semester 1
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIN 401 | प्राचीन एवं मध्यकालीन काव्य (Ancient and Medieval Poetry) | Core | 4 | आदिकालीन साहित्य, भक्तिकालीन काव्य, सूफी काव्य, रीतिकाल का सामान्य परिचय, आधुनिक काव्य की पृष्ठभूमि |
| HIN 402 | आधुनिक हिन्दी साहित्य का इतिहास (History of Modern Hindi Literature) | Core | 4 | भारतेन्दु युग, द्विवेदी युग, छायावाद, प्रगतिवाद, प्रयोगवाद, समकालीन कविता |
| HIN 403 | भारतीय काव्यशास्त्र (Indian Poetics) | Core | 4 | काव्य के लक्षण, काव्य हेतु, काव्य प्रयोजन, रस सिद्धांत, अलंकार सिद्धांत, रीति एवं ध्वनि सिद्धांत |
| HIN 404 | भाषा विज्ञान एवं हिन्दी भाषा (Linguistics and Hindi Language) | Core | 4 | भाषा की परिभाषा, भाषा परिवर्तन के कारण, स्वनिम विज्ञान, रूपिम विज्ञान, वाक्य विज्ञान, हिन्दी का उद्भव और विकास |
Semester 2
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIN 405 | गद्य साहित्य (Prose Literature) | Core | 4 | उपन्यास, कहानी, नाटक, निबंध, आलोचना, अन्य गद्य विधाएँ |
| HIN 406 | प्रयोजनमूलक हिन्दी (Functional Hindi) | Core | 4 | प्रयोजनमूलक हिन्दी की अवधारणा, प्रशासनिक हिन्दी, वाणिज्यिक हिन्दी, मीडिया लेखन, अनुवाद, बैंकिंग क्षेत्र में हिन्दी |
| HIN 407 | पाश्चात्य काव्यशास्त्र (Western Poetics) | Core | 4 | प्लेटो का काव्य चिंतन, अरस्तू का अनुकरण सिद्धांत, लॉन्जाइनस का उदात्त सिद्धांत, क्रोचे का अभिव्यंजनावाद, आई.ए. रिचर्ड्स का मूल्य सिद्धांत, नई आलोचना |
| HIN 408 | मध्यकालीन हिन्दी साहित्य का इतिहास (History of Medieval Hindi Literature) | Core | 4 | भक्ति काल की पृष्ठभूमि, संत काव्य, सूफी काव्य, राम काव्य, कृष्ण काव्य, रीतिकाल |
Semester 3
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIN 501 | साहित्य सिद्धान्त एवं आलोचना (Literary Theory and Criticism) | Core | 4 | काव्यशास्त्र के प्रमुख सिद्धांत, रस, अलंकार, रीति, ध्वनि, वक्रोक्ति, साहित्य की अवधारणा |
| HIN 502 | हिन्दी नाटक एवं रंगमंच (Hindi Drama and Theatre) | Core | 4 | हिन्दी नाटक का उद्भव एवं विकास, भारतेन्दुकालीन नाटक, प्रसादकालीन नाटक, आधुनिक नाटक, रंगमंच के तत्व, प्रमुख नाटककार |
| HIN 503 | उपन्यास एवं कहानी (Novel and Short Story) | Core | 4 | हिन्दी उपन्यास का उद्भव, प्रेमचंद, जैनेन्द्र, अज्ञेय, रेणु, हिन्दी कहानी का विकास, प्रेमचंदोत्तर कहानी |
| HIN 504 E | Discipline Specific Elective Course (Choose one) | Elective | 4 | लोक साहित्य: लोक साहित्य की अवधारणा, लोकगीत, लोक कथाएँ, लोकनाट्य, लोक संस्कृति, तुलनात्मक साहित्य: तुलनात्मक साहित्य की अवधारणा, भारतीय एवं पाश्चात्य साहित्य का तुलनात्मक अध्ययन, आंचलिक उपन्यास: आंचलिकता की अवधारणा, प्रमुख आंचलिक उपन्यासकार, क्षेत्रीय जीवन का चित्रण, भक्ति आंदोलन: भक्ति आंदोलन का स्वरूप, दार्शनिक पृष्ठभूमि, प्रमुख संत कवि, भक्ति साहित्य का प्रभाव |
| HIN 505 SEC | Skill Enhancement Course (Choose one) | Elective | 2 | हिन्दी पत्रकारिता एवं जनसंचार: पत्रकारिता का स्वरूप, हिन्दी पत्रकारिता का इतिहास, समाचार लेखन, संपादन, जनसंचार माध्यम, विज्ञापन, साहित्यिक अनुवाद: अनुवाद की अवधारणा, अनुवाद प्रक्रिया, साहित्यिक अनुवाद की समस्याएँ, अनुवाद के सिद्धांत, हिन्दी की अन्य गद्य विधाएँ: रेखाचित्र, संस्मरण, यात्रावृत्त, आत्मकथा, जीवनी, रिपोर्ताज, दलित साहित्य: दलित साहित्य की अवधारणा, दलित चेतना, प्रमुख दलित लेखक, दलित आत्मकथाएँ, स्त्री विमर्श: स्त्री विमर्श की अवधारणा, भारतीय संदर्भ में स्त्री लेखन, प्रमुख स्त्री लेखिकाएँ |
Semester 4
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Subject Type | Credits | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIN 506 | शोध प्रविधि (Research Methodology) | Core | 4 | शोध की अवधारणा, शोध के प्रकार, शोध समस्या का चयन, परिकल्पना, दत्त संकलन, शोध प्रतिवेदन |
| HIN 507 | आधुनिक कविता (Modern Poetry) | Core | 4 | छायावाद, प्रगतिवाद, प्रयोगवाद, नई कविता, समकालीन कविता, प्रमुख कवि |
| HIN 508 | भारतीय साहित्य (Indian Literature) | Core | 4 | भारतीय साहित्य की अवधारणा, प्रमुख भारतीय भाषाएँ, विभिन्न भाषाओं में साहित्य की प्रवृत्तियाँ, अनुवाद की भूमिका |
| HIN 509 E | Discipline Specific Elective Course (Choose one) | Elective | 4 | लोक साहित्य: लोक साहित्य की अवधारणा, लोकगीत, लोक कथाएँ, लोकनाट्य, लोक संस्कृति, तुलनात्मक साहित्य: तुलनात्मक साहित्य की अवधारणा, भारतीय एवं पाश्चात्य साहित्य का तुलनात्मक अध्ययन, आंचलिक उपन्यास: आंचलिकता की अवधारणा, प्रमुख आंचलिक उपन्यासकार, क्षेत्रीय जीवन का चित्रण, भक्ति आंदोलन: भक्ति आंदोलन का स्वरूप, दार्शनिक पृष्ठभूमि, प्रमुख संत कवि, भक्ति साहित्य का प्रभाव |
| HIN 510 SEC | Skill Enhancement Course (Choose one) | Elective | 2 | हिन्दी पत्रकारिता एवं जनसंचार: पत्रकारिता का स्वरूप, हिन्दी पत्रकारिता का इतिहास, समाचार लेखन, संपादन, जनसंचार माध्यम, विज्ञापन, साहित्यिक अनुवाद: अनुवाद की अवधारणा, अनुवाद प्रक्रिया, साहित्यिक अनुवाद की समस्याएँ, अनुवाद के सिद्धांत, हिन्दी की अन्य गद्य विधाएँ: रेखाचित्र, संस्मरण, यात्रावृत्त, आत्मकथा, जीवनी, रिपोर्ताज, दलित साहित्य: दलित साहित्य की अवधारणा, दलित चेतना, प्रमुख दलित लेखक, दलित आत्मकथाएँ, स्त्री विमर्श: स्त्री विमर्श की अवधारणा, भारतीय संदर्भ में स्त्री लेखन, प्रमुख स्त्री लेखिकाएँ |
| HIN 510 D | Dissertation | Optional (Replaces certain electives/SECs to achieve 72 credits) | 8 | शोध विषय का चयन, शोध प्रस्ताव लेखन, दत्त संकलन एवं विश्लेषण, शोध प्रतिवेदन, मौखिक प्रस्तुतिकरण |




