A hub of creative thinking Hindu College, New Delhi
The Delhi University college is the premier destination for a well-rounded humanities education, stirring intellectual curiosity among students
(Photo: Chandradeep Kumar)
No. 1: HINDU COLLEGE , New Delhi
5 REASONS WHY IT IS THE BEST
Hindu College's Arts programme fosters a dynamic, debate-driven learning environment through regular seminars featuring eminent scholars, experts and policymakers. Its library, equipped with a state-of-the-art e-learning centre, nurtures a strong culture of reading and research.
Modern interdisciplinary elements have been integrated into the Arts curriculum, enabling students to pursue add-on certificates and electives in areas such as 'Public Policy in Action', 'Introduction to Media and Communication', 'Fundamentals of Atmospheric Sciences & Climatology'. The widely popular 'Science of Happiness' course bridges psychology and well-being, while short courses in programming and data visualisation equip students with essential tech skills. The college's research labs—spanning language, public policy, social and ethnographic research, gender studies and historical research—encourage interdisciplinary inquiry.
In alignment with the National Education Policy 2020, the Arts curriculum promotes flexibility and interdisciplinarity. The History department incorporates digital archives and GIS tools, while the Public Policy Lab trains students in governance and research. Plans are also under way for a centralised interpretive museum to showcase Hindu College memorabilia, an initiative that blends student-led research with digital media and museology.
Partnerships and exchanges, including the fully funded Asian Undergraduate Summit at the National University of Singapore, help broaden students' perspectives and global networks.
With over 65 active societies—including for drama and debate—the campus fosters a vibrant sense of community.
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