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Dr. M. Raziya Parvin                                                                     

M.A., (His), M.A. (Soc), MTM, M.A. (Women Studies), M.Phil., Ph.D, DCS, PGDHRM

Associate Professor and Head, Department of Historical Studies

Queen Mary’s College (A), Mylapore, Chennai – 600 004   

Email : raziyaparvin@gmail.com      

Historian/Author/Public Speaker/Digital Creator

Dr. M. Raziya Parvin possesses a brilliant academic record and has over 25 years of teaching and research experience.  She was awarded Ph.D. in the year 1999 by the University of Madras for her thesis entitled “Empowerment of Women in Tamil Nadu”.  She has authored four books, contributed articles in books and reputed journals and has also gained 19 Google Scholar citations, i-index and h-index as of 2022. Recently her work “Saluting Women in Indian History - Combatants, Creators, Conquerors, Champions, Changemakers” has won the “Golden Book Award” for the year 2024.https://hi-in.facebook.com/goldenawardsGBA/ ]She has good proficiency in Tamil, English and Hindi. Her skills include teaching history, promoting women well-being, educational management, team leadership, communication and conflict resolution. With the aim of empowering young women in the society, she also participates in numerous motivational speaking, career counselling, student welfare, public welfare activities out of personal passion and continues her journey. 

Area of Research/Subject Specialization: 

·         Women’s Studies - Women in Politics/Women's Rights/Socio-Economic Empowerment/Legal Empowerment

·         Modern Indian History - Social/Economic and Environmental History

·         Modern History of Tamil Nadu – Political and Social History 

·         Public Administration in India

·         Tourism and Travel Management

·         Student's Personality Enrichment

Professional Experience:

·         Teaching Experience - UG/PG/MPhil/PhD levels for 25 years - JBAS College, Ethiraj College, QMGC and Queen Mary's College.

·         Research Experience - 25 years with the specialization in Women Studies, Social Welfare and Modern History of Tamil Nadu.

Publications:

·         Authored 4 Books - Empowerment of Women: Strategies and Systems for Gender Justice” (2005), “Socio-Economic Empowerment of Women: Dimensions and Strategies” (2014), “Trends and Patterns of Women's Political Participation in Tamil Nadu” (2023) and ”Saluting Women in Indian History: Combatants, Creators, Conquerors, Champions, Changemakers" (2023).   

·         Published 17 articles in Edited Books on Women's Rights, Feminism, Women Empowerment, Modern History and Electoral Politics from 2002-2023.

·         Published 30 articles in the journals - International, National levels and Conference Proceedings [UGC CARE and Peer Reviewed] since 2013.

·         Published 15 articles for the monthly Tamil magazines - "Penmani" and "Thittam" on women welfare and development from 2015 – 2023.

·         Lesson Writer for 11 course materials published by IDE, University of Madras - History, Sociology, Human Rights and Women's Studies from 2005 – 2021.

·         More than 650 videos uploaded in the You Tube channel since June 2020 on Great Personalities in Indian History especially women.

Participation/Presentation in Seminars & Conferences:

·         Participated in 32 Conferences/Seminars and attended 14 online webinar and FDP courses from 1991 to 2023.

·         Presented 54 research papers in the Conferences/Seminars/Workshops held at the International, National and Regional levels from 1997 – 2024. 

Research Guidance:

·         UGC Major Research Project completed in 2015 – Women in Tamil Nadu Politics.

·         PhD Guidance - 1 completed; 2 submitted and 4 under guidance.

·         MPhil Guidance - 6 completed.

·         PG Dissertation Guidance - 14 completed.

·         Certificate Course Project Guidance - 96 completed.

·         PhD Doctoral Committee Member (20 nos) - University of Madras.

Training Programmes Attended:

·         10 Training Programmes Attended – Orientation, Refresher, Short Term courses, Online course, MOOC Course and Faculty Development Programmes – University of Madras, Pondicherry University, MKI, Ramanujan College, Swayam and ICT Academy.

Prizes Awarded:

·         First Rank(Gold Medalist) in B.A. History, University of Madras during the year 1991 and the Certificate of Merit – General Proficiency (Arts) – Bharathi Women’s College, Chennai.

·         Dr. Prema Kasthuri Endowment Prize for the best article on Women Studies in TNHC, 2009. 

·         IOS Award and Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of extraordinary services to public cause and common good at New Delhi during 13^th – 15^th April, 2012.

·         Best Paper Award on Women Studies in the International Conference on Women Empowerment: Global Perspective held at Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari during September 27 & 28, 2013.

·         Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Award for Teaching Excellence (Arts) – 2019 by the Marina Labs – Research and Development, Nerkundram, Chennai during November 24, 2019.

·         International Education Award for Best Teaching – 2020 at IEA Conference 2020 took place virtually on 19^th December, 2020. 

·         Arignar Anna Award – 2021 for Best Teaching – 2021 by Mathi Arts Academy in commemoration with Arignar Anna Birth Anniversary during 19^th September, 2021.

·         Best Woman Award – 2023 by Tamil News International and Police Magazine on account of International Women’s Day during 8^th March, 2023.

·         The book entitled ”Saluting Women in Indian History: Combatants, Creators, Conquerors, Champions, Changemakers" has won the Golden Book Award 2024 given by Wings Publication International on 2^nd February, 2024.

Seminars/Workshops Organized:

·         Organised 23 Seminars/Workshop and other events in QMGC, Tourism and Industrial Trade Fair, TNHC and Queen Mary’s College. 

·         Organised 3 National Level Online Quiz in Queen Mary’s College during the Covid lockdown. 

Resource Person:

·         Acted as Resource Person/Chairperson for 21 Seminars/Conferences held at the International, National and Regional levels in different institutions since 2013.

Invited Lectures: 

·         Gave special invited lectures in more than 30 institutions since 2008 on women empowerment, history and student's motivation.

Examiner – PhD/MPhil/PG/UG:

·         PhD Viva Voce Examiner (for 17 candidates) in the University of Madras and other Universities.

·         Acted as Chief Invigilator for 5 Examinations [TNPSC, High Court, Intelligence Bureau] conducted in Queen Mary's College, Chennai.

·         MPhil External Examiner for 4 students of the institutions - Loyola College and University of Madras.

Board of Studies:

·         Board Chairperson for QP setting, Question Paper Setter and Examiner for more than 20 Colleges and 6 Universities.

·         Board of Studies Member for 7 institutions under the aegis of University of Madras.

·         Academic Council Member in Queen Mary's College since 2017.

·         University Nominee for Board of Studies - Govt Arts College for Men and SDNB Vaishnav College.

Membership in Professional Bodies:

·         Life Member - Academy of Public Affairs, Tamil Nadu History Congress, South Indian History Congress, Indian Association for Women’s Studies, Indian Red Cross Society and Indian History Congress (Annual).

·         Executive Committee Member – Tamil Nadu History Congress for the years 2013, 2014 and 2015. 

·         Editor of the TNHC Proceedings for 6 years - 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022.

·         Editorial Board Member of TNHC for 2 years - 2014 and 2015.

·         National Journal Peer Review Committee Member since 2016.

·         General Body Member, Institute of Objective Studies, New Delhi since 2012.

·         Tamil Nadu Textbook Writing Member and SCERT Review Committee Member for +1 and +2 History Books during the years 2013 and 2018.

·         Interview Board Adviser - Indian Bank, Staff Selection Commission and DRBCC Hindu College – subject expert member during the years 2010, 2012 and 2019.

Responsible Positions:

·         College Student’s Union In-charge for the academic year 2023-2024.

·         Exam Superintendent – Queen Mary's College during November 2022 Semester Examinations.

·         Co-ordinator of “Women’s Champion Club” in Queen Mary’s College, Chennai since March 2022.

·         Naan Mudhalvan Scheme – BFSI Co-ordinator – QMC from July 2022 – May 2023.

·         Placement Officer – Queen Mary's College from June 2017 – April 2018.

·         Guest Faculty in Department of Indian History, University of Madras for UGC – NET Examination during November 2015.

·         Co-ordinator for Women Development Cell in QMGC, Chennai for the year 2014 – 15.

·         In-charge for UGC Add-on-Course – Air Ticketing and Fare Construction in QMGC from August 2008 – April 2013.

·         IQAC Additional Co-ordinator in QMGC, Chennai from November 2011 – September 2013.

·         Guest Faculty in Bharathi Women’s College (Autonomous), Chennai to coach the students for UGC – NET Examination from August 2010 – December 2010. 

·         Centre Supervisor in the UGC Net Examination, SS Jain College, T. Nagar on 26^th December, 2010.

·         Resource Person for M.A. Sociology PCP – Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras, Chennai from 2005 – 2007.

·         Extension Activities Programme Officer - NSS (2 years) and YRC (5 years) during the years 2005 – 07 and 2008 – 2013. 

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Google Scholar Profile: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Ho6LsnoAAAAJ&hl=en

Linkedin Address:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-raziya-parvin-22471a40/?originalSubdomain=in

YouTube Channel link:  https://www.youtube.com/c/DrRaziyaParvin

Publons Link:  https://publons.com/researcher/4909098/dr-m-raziya-parvin/

SSRN:  https://hq.ssrn.com/Participant.cfm?rectype=edit&perinf=y&partid=2366064

Research Gate Profile:  https://researchgate.net.com/drraziyaparvin

Scopus ID:  https://www.scopus.com/dashboard.uri

Blogspot: https://drraziyaparvin.blogspot.com/2024/04/article-about-me-by-senior-professor-dr.html                                                  

My new Book released on "Saluting Women in Indian History" on this International Women's Day at CPR Ramasamy Aiyar Foundation, Chennai

Book Release Event

SALUTING WOMEN IN INDIAN HISTORY : Combatants, Creators, Conquerors, Champions, Changemakers

Authors : Dr. M. Raziya Parvin & R. Sarferaaz Khaan

Book Released by : Justice Anita Sumanth (Hon'ble Judge of Madras High Court)

Awarded with the Golden Book Award 2024 

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About the Book

Indian history is rich and diverse, with women playing a crucial role in shaping the nation. However, many women rulers in India's history are often forgotten, as they fought hard to challenge patriarchal values. Looking back into the pages of Indian history, we find brave women warriors who have fought against invaders and oppressors to defend their land, people, and culture. India's early, medieval, and modern periods have seen a staggering number of women who ruled, engaged in military strategy, diplomacy, and marched into battle. Some of these women are national heroines, while others are lesser-known but celebrated in folk memory.  As we celebrate the 75th year of Indian Independence, we pay tribute to these fearless women leaders who deserve to be recognized for their sacrifices and lives for the motherland. They were combatants, creators, conquerors, champions and changemakers, demonstrating courage and gender equality. This book bring out their stories which serve as an inspiration and serve as role models for contemporary women.

Book Available at:

Tamil Nadu Book House, Triplicane, Chennai - 5

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Article about me by a Senior Professor - Dr. Ashok (Formerly Associate Professor of History, Presidency College, Chennai)

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A Thoughtful Teacher

She is a noted educationist and a dedicated social activist, who hail from Chennai. She is sagacious, straight forward, her life is simple but be social, allots specific time to do her duties.  According to her, motivation should come from within and self-questioning is the right path to liberate one’s mind.  She practices discipline, patience and endurance to motivate herself.  She is secular, keeps away from negative thinkers, gentle with the gentle people and tough with the tough.  Her curiosity, dedication and deep involvement in studies took her to top position in the academic world at the Collegiate level.  She is a polyglot who can speak and write three languages namely Tamil, English and Hindi. Her personal rapport with students is power and strength to her.  Apart from her teaching ability namely conveying a message in brief and simple way to the students, equally she applies her sharpness in simplifying the complicated issues in the governing bodies.  Rarely we do come across the combination of both academic and administrative ability in one person.  She is none other than Dr. M. Raziya Parvin, a multitalented personality, who is presently heading the Department of Historical Studies at the Queen Mary’s College, Chennai.  A gold medalist in her graduation with History subject as major she had completed her post-graduation, took her M.Phil research degree on Tourism with reference to the city of Chennai. Her wide historical knowledge especially about the part played by a few brave women on the Indian soil and her personal observation about the problems pertaining to womenfolk emboldened her to search for more pragmatic ideas to uplift the women community.  So, she went a step forward to know more about the social issues by doing her post-graduation in Sociology which was a wise and timely decision.  She had chosen a topic on “Empowerment of Women with special reference to Tamil Nadu” for her Ph.D research work, successfully completed her Doctorate degree in 1999 and took to teaching line at the Collegiate level.  Since then she has been striving hard to take topics on women related subject and solutions.  Within a span of 25 years, Dr. M. Raziya Parvin had acquired with all the admirable qualities of academic as well as administrative abilities.  With regard to teaching techniques among the have-nots of the student’s world, she is affectionately hailed as herald of hope.

A peep into her brief bio-data uphold her achievements at the academic level. Evidence point out that she presented nearly 53 papers on subject related to women issues in Conferences, participated in nearly 32 Seminars and many of her articles published in the proceedings of the same.  Her bio-data reveals that her 11 articles have been published in the national journals and 5 in the international journals. She has contributed 13 articles in “Penmani”, a monthly Tamil magazine.  She has organized more than 25 Seminars/Workshops for the benefit of the student community.  Apart from acting as one of the members of the Doctoral Committee, she had conducted 17 Ph.D viva-voce examinations.  She herself produced many M.Phil and Ph.D scholars and her academic involvement include IDE Study materials, UGC Major Research Project and contributed herself to the Tamil Nadu State Text Book Committee. She has been acting as Question paper setter to nearly 25 colleges and Universities in the state of Tamil Nadu.  Her service includes acting as the TNPSC subject expert, University nominee for Board of Studies in many colleges and many others.  She has been honoured as an important resource person in many academic bodies.  She authored four important works on Empowerment of Women, the latest being a book entitled, “Saluting Women in Indian History” which touches the courageous activities of many women rulers of the Indian soil.  Many awards have been conferred on Dr. Raziya, the most important is Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Award, Arignar Anna Award, IOS Award and others for her teaching excellence and social work.  In the year 2024, she has won the Golden Book Award for her latest work “Saluting Women in Indian History”.  While serving as NSS and YRC officer, she captured the hearts of innumerable students by her direct and relentless service to the society.  There is nothing dearer to her than her students.  When she enters the door of her Department, she is beseized with a batch of students only to listen to her voice…..a voice that carries love and affection.  She doesn’t hesitate to visit schools only to give lectures. She has been invited as a Chief Guest by various educational institutions.  Her colleagues comment that she is of majestic type, avoids conflicts, stick to her statement, stubborn and strives to safeguard the interests of the poor students.  Her friends opine that she is a unique by herself, who filters all she hears on a screen of truth in her own way.

When a question is posed to Dr. Raziya about the secret of success, she smiled and said that she believes in the attitude of always be active and take life as it comes.  To another question about the empowerment of women, Dr. Raziya empathetically replies that women should think of their duties and responsibilities before claiming their rights.  In this connection, she is highly critical of few feminists, who always talk of freedom for women and not their duties.  She further believes that the haughty and irritable attitude of few feminists is doing more damage to the women community itself.  She said that hers is a middle path and adds that a rational approach is required to realize the ground reality.  She continues to say that through constructive education, men would definitely support the cause for women.  She reminds us that many male social reformers initiated their slogan namely the wrongs of men and the rights of women.  She recalls that though she hails from a orthodox Muslim family, but for her father’s full moral support she couldn’t have come to high position in the academic field.  Her dynamism was seen during the recent Cultural Fest of Queen Mary’s College, Chennai.  The gigantic personality, Dr. Raziya reminds us of the great women ruler of the past on the Indian soil, Sultan Razia who in spite of many odds became a powerful women ruler, earned a great name and fame, called as a just, beneficial, a patron of learned, a dispenser of justice…..endowed with all the great qualities of a ruler.

 

By

Dr. G. Ashok

Formerly Associate Professor of History

Presidency College (A)

Chennai – 600 005