ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Department of Persian was established in 1977 and stands as the sole department in the entire North East India dedicated to various aspects of the Persian language, literature, culture, history, and studies of West Asia, Central Asia, and Turkey. Beyond offering formal courses, the Department prioritizes fostering relations with the Persian-speaking world, particularly Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, and Central Asian countries. This is achieved through the organization of international seminars, symposia, and cultural exchange programs.
Significant importance is placed on collaborative research, and the Department facilitated the admission of foreign students, especially from Iran and the Arab world, into Gauhati University. Through the diligent efforts of this department, twelve students from Iran have been admitted to pursue Ph.D. programs in various departments at Gauhati University since 2011.
Major Thrust Areas of Research
1. Persian Language and Culture
2. Classical and Modern Persian Literature
3. Indo-Persian language and Literature
4. Sufism and Sufistic Persian Literature
5. Medieval Persian Historiography, Calligraphy, Art and Architecture
6. Comparative studies in language, literature and culture
7. Medieval Persian Inscriptions, Coins and Manuscripts
8. Sufism and Bhaktism
9. Persian influences in Indian languages with special reference to Assamese and Bengali
10. Indo-Iran and central Asia cultural relations
11. India and West Asia cultural relation
12. Language as a means of Tourism
Developing Language Skills
Students are offered guidance in improving their skills in speaking and writing in Persian & Turkish to enable them to face the demands of competitive jobs. The faculties make efforts to build confidence in the students and develop their inner creativity through an interactive teaching-learning methodology which involves group-work, discussion and movie screening in Persian & Turkish.
1. Five Year Integrated Masters Programme (FYIMP)
Intake Capacity: Major=10, Minor= 10
Eligibility: Passed 10+2 any stream
2. Post Graduate Programme
Intake Capacity: 15
Eligibility: Graduates in any discipline from any recognized University having 40% in Major (honors) and 45% in General Course.
3. Ph.D.
4. P.G. Certificate Course in Persian
Intake Capacity: 10
Eligibility: Graduates in any discipline from any recognized University having 40 % in Major (honors) and 45% in General Course.
5. P.G. Diploma Course in Persian
Intake Capacity: 10
Eligibility: Graduates from any recognized University who have completed a six-months course in Persian
6. 1 Year P.G. Advance Diploma Course in Persian
Intake Capacity: 10
Eligibility: Graduates from any recognized University who have completed a six-months course in Persian
Vision & Mission
The Persian language, literature, and culture have significantly enriched the language, literature, and culture of the Indian subcontinent. In recognition of this, the Department of Persian at Gauhati University is striving to maintain Persian studies in northeastern India. The department organizes numerous academic programs and envisions advancing Persian studies while exploring the contributions of Persian language, literature, and culture to the region's socio-cultural and literary landscape. Additionally, the department plans to establish a translation forum, involving both students and teachers, to translate celebrated Persian literary works into Assamese and vice versa.
Facilities
The Department has a well equipped library containing textbooks and reference books. It has also computer facilities with LAN and Wi-Fi connections. The computers are installed with Persian software for language development. The facilities include self-learning and monitored learning modules. The department has also audio-visual system to make well acquaint the students with the modern Persian and Turkish language and culture.
Cultural Exchange Program
Our students can avail opportunity to travel to Iran and other central Asian countries for cultural exchange programmes.
Developing Language Skills
Students are offered guidance in improving their skills in speaking and writing in Persian & Turkish to enable them to face the demands of competitive jobs. The faculties make efforts to build confidence in the students and develop their inner creativity through an interactive teaching-learning methodology which involves group-work, discussion and movie screening in Persian & Turkish.
Edited Books
1.Sufism & Neo-Vaishnavite Movement of Sankardeva in Assam: A Brif Study” in the book Sufism As a Bond of Culture Between India (N.E.), Iran, Afghanstan and Central Asia, September, 2012
2.Thoughts & Wisdom of some Immortal Persian Poets with special reference to Sa’adi, Hafiz, Khayyam, & Rumi and Its Relevance in 21 Century AD, February, 2015
Conference Proceedings
1.Dialogue Between Cultures & Exchange of Knowledge and Cultural Ideas Between India, Iran, Turkey & Central Asia With Special Reference to The Sasanian And Gupta Dynasty, February, 2018,
2.Indo-Iranian Thought: A cross cultural heritage of India, Iran and Central Asia, February, 2019
3.Cultural Exchange Between India, Iran, Turkey, Afghanistan and Central Asia: Contribution of Scholars, Sufis and Poets, February, 2016
Completed Research Projects
Prof. Rekibuddin Ahmed
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Sl No.
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Topic
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Sponsorship
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year
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Total amount
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1.
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A Study of Persian in Assam
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UGC, New Delhi
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2004- 2007
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Rs.4,85,00/-
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2
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Investigation and Collection of Source Materials of Persian for the Medieval History of Assam (A.D.1206 -1682 A.D.)
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ICHR, New Delhi
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2008-2010
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Rs.1,00,000/-
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3
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A Comparative Study of Sufi Movement & Neo-Vaisnavite Movement in Assam.
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UGC, New Delhi
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01.2.2010 -01.2.2012
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Rs.7,24,080/-
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4
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Promotion of Ethics & Human Values
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UGC, New Delhi
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March,
2012 to February, 2014
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Rs. 2,50,000/-
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Dr. Md. Baharul Ali
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1.
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Mediavel history of Assam based on Persian Sources
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UGC, New Delhi
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2009 to 2011
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Rs. 150000/-
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The Department of Persian has been organizing national and international seminars and workshop from time to time where scholars from Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Bangladesh Poland, Germany and Russia have been participated. Some of them are:
National & International Seminar/Conferences
1. A special lecture delivered by Prof. Akhlaque Ahan & Prof. Amit Dey on 15th February, 2023
2. National Seminar on “Sufism & Interfaith Dialogue to Promote Global Peace and Social Harmony”, 2022
3. International Seminar on “Historical Silk Road and Intercultural Communication Between India, Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, Azerbaijan & Central Asia”, 2020
4. International Seminar on “Indo-Iranian Thought: A Cross Cultural Heritage of India, Iran, & Central Asia”, 2019
5. Dialogue between Cultures & Exchange of Knowledge and Cultural Ideas between India, Iran, Turkey & Central Asia with Special reference to the Sasanian & Gupta Dynasty. (International) , February, 2018
6. Persian & Sanskrit as Shared Heritage and Cross Cultural & Historical Connection between India & Central Asia. (International) February, 2017
7. Cultural Exchange between India, Iran, Turkey, Afghanistan and Central Asia: Contribution of Scholars, Sufis and Poets. (International) February 2016
8. Thoughts & Wisdom of Some Persian Poets With Special Reference To Sa-adi, Hafiz, Khayyam & Rumi And Its Relevance In The 21st Century AD. (International) February 2015
9. Historical, Civilizational & Cultural (Indo-Persian) Relations of India, Iran & Central Asia: Centuries of Continuity. (International) February 2014
10. Ethics in Persian Poetry With Special Reference to the Mathnavi of Jalaluddin Rumi (International), February 2013
11. 21st Century & Relevance on Ethics & Value Education, March, 2013
12. Indo-Iranian Heritage In The Context of Sufism As A Bond of Culture & Tourism Between India (NE) - Iran-Afghanistan, Turkey, & Central Asia, February 2012
13. Indo-Arab-Iran Relations to Promote Cooperation In Language, Literature & Culture (International), February 2009
14. Iqbal & His Philosophy with Special Reference to the Self (Khudi) Depicted in Asrar-e-Khudi (Secrets of the self) (National), August 2008
15. Ethical & Moral Values of the Mathnavi of Jalaluddin Rumi (To commemorate the 800th birth anniversary of the great poet Jalaluddin Rumi (International), March 2007
16. Medieval History of Assam Through Persian Sources (National), March 2006
17. Problems & Prospects of Persian Studies in India (National), October 2005
18. Impact of Persian on Assamese Language (Regional), March 2001
Workshop:
1. 21st Century: Challenges of Human Rights & Moral values, 19th to 23rd October, 2009
Refresher Course:
Hosted the first Regional Refresher Course in Persian, Sponsored by Iran Culture House, New Delhi. 27th Sept to 6th Oct. 2004
1st Prize in Clean Campus Competition, Varsity Week, Gauhati University
Contact Details:
Department of Persian
Gauhati University
Gopinath Bordoloi Nagar,
Jalukbari, Guwahati-14
Email: persian@gauhati.ac.in
Contact No: 9864108174
How to find us
The Department of Persian is located in an Assam-type house that is situated to the south of the Main Arts Building, along its left wing. It can be reached from the northern entrance of the Main Arts Building or alternatively, from the path leading from the eastern end of the building.
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