The Department of History organized a special program on “Three Great Women Warriors of Bharatha Varsha: Rani Abbakka, Kittur Rani Chennamma, and Devi Ahalyabai Holkar” on 9th September 2025. The resource person for the session was Mr. Nagaraja K., Principal, SAC PU College, Channarayapatna, who enlightened the gathering with his insights on the valor, leadership, and contributions of these eminent women in shaping Indian history.
On 28th August 2025, the Department of History organized an awareness programme titled “Protect Heritage: Preserve Monuments and Inscriptions”. A poster highlighting the importance of heritage conservation was displayed during the morning assembly, drawing the attention of students and staff.
On this occasion, Mr. Shekimran, Head of the Department of History, addressed the gathering. In his speech, he emphasized the need to protect ancient monuments and inscriptions as they are invaluable sources of history, culture, and identity. He urged students to develop awareness about the preservation of heritage and to take pride in safeguarding monuments for future generations.
The programme successfully created awareness among students about the significance of cultural heritage and the responsibility of every citizen in its protection.
The Department of History organised a field visit to the Chennakesava Temple in Channarayapatna for educational purposes on Thursday, March 24, 2025. The excursion was attended by Mr. Shekhimran, Assistant Professor of History, along with III BA(H K) students. Guide Mr. Jayaram provided an explanation of the temple’s history to the students.
He discussed how Vishnuvardhana, a ruler of the Hoysala dynasty, played a key role in the evolution of language and writing during that period. The Chennakesava Temple, built in the 11th century and dedicated to Lord Chennakeshava (a form of Lord Vishnu), is a prime example of Hoysala architecture. While the exterior of the temple appears simple, the interior is grand, reflecting the characteristic style of Hoysala temples. The ceiling artwork is an excellent representation of this architectural style. The pillars, dwarapalas (guardian figures), and door frames are intricately carved and highly decorative. The temple's sanctum sanctorum, or garbagriha, houses a beautiful life-size idol of Lord Chennakeshava, along with an idol of Kalingamardana. The front porch was a later addition made by the Nayakas of Holenarsipura, and a Garuda Khambha (pole) stands in front of the temple.
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Department of History organised a special lecture on 'Impact of Vijayanagara Dynastry in South India on 12-12-2024.
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The Department of History organised a field visit for educational purposes to the Chennkeshava Temple, Channarayapatna.
Paper Name:- Prajavani
Date of Programme:- 30-Marc-2024
Publication Date:-02-April-2024
Page No.: 02
Paper Name:- Vijaya Karnataka
Date of Programme:- 30-March-2024
Publication Date:-01-April-2024
Page No.: 08
The Kannada Department and History Department arranged as Field Visit to the Inscription at Shravanabelagola, Shravanabelagola for educational reasons on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. The study excursion was attended by the Head of Department of Kannada Mrs. Niroosha M.R.; Mr. Kishore, Assistant Professor of History, as well as first- and second year optional Kannada students and History Students.
Students discovered the autographs of the ancient Kannada poets Chavundaraya and Ranna.
Explaining the inscription to the students is Mr. Kishore.
The inscription, which is written in both Kannada and Kannada script, sheds light on how the language and writing evolved during that time.
"Rachamalla IV, a ruler of the Ganga dynasty, commissioned the inscription, which dates to the tenth century CE. It is engraved on the Tyagada Brahmadeva Pillar, a monolithic stone pillar at Shravanabelagola that is close to Chandragiri Hill and Hindragiri Hill. The Digambara Jain tradition is connected to the pillar"
It offers important historical details regarding Jainism, the Ganga dynasty, and Bhattaraka Charukeerthi's contributions to the Jain community.
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The Kannada Department and History Department arranged a study visit to National Institute of Prakrit Studies and Research, Sundahalli, Shravanabelagola for educational reasons on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. The study excursion was attended by the Head of Department of Kannada Mrs. Niroosha M.R.; Mr. Kishore, Assistant Professor of History, as well as first- and second year optional Kannada students and History Students. The students attempted to read the manuscript, ancient literature and Jain literature after seeing it there.
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