A.P.C.
Mahalaxmi College for Women
P.G. & Research Dept. of English
SWAYAM – NPTEL Local Chapter (ID: 3094)
(Reaccredited by NAAC with ‘A+’ Grade in 4th Cycle)
Ranked 78th position in NIRF – India Rankings 2024,
Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu - 628002
In collaboration with
Nucleus of Learning and Development Organizes
Online National Faculty Development Program on
“Literature and Social Justice: Voices of Resistance and Hope”
31 July to 6 August 2025 (8:00 pm to 9:00 pm)
Organizing team from A.P.C. Mahalaxmi College for Women, TN
Chief Patrons
Thiru. A.P.C.V. Chockalingam, President Tmt. C. Subbulakshmi, Secretary
Patron: Dr. K. Subbulakshmi, Principal
Advisor: Dr. Monica Ramraj,
Head and Associate Professor, P. G. & Research Department of English
Convener & Organizing Secretary: Dr. R. Vadivukarasi,
Assistant Professor of English, SWAYAM NPTEL Local Chapter SPOC
Coordinators
Dr. M. Muthukumari, Asst. Prof. of Mathematics
Dr. R. Felista Sugirtha Lizy, Asst. Prof. of Computer Science
Resource Person
Dr. Shivender Rahul (SR) – Head (I/C), Department of Humanities,
National Law University, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Dr. Veena Roshan Jose (VRJ) – Head (I/C), Centre for Environmental Law,
National Law University, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
About the Organization: A.P.C. Mahalaxmi College for Women, Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu,
is a reputed Arts and Science College established in 1973 by the visionary founder, Kulapathi
Thiru A. P. C. Veerabahu. His noble goal of empowering women through quality education
continues to be pursued with dedication under the efficient stewardship of Thiru A.P.C. V.
Chockalingam, Honorable President, and the able guidance of Thirumathi C. Subbulakshmi,
Honorable Secretary. Affiliated to Manomaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli, the college
offers a wide range of Aided and Unaided programs across various disciplines. A distinctive
hallmark of the institution is its unwavering policy of not collecting any capitation fee for
admissions or appointments since its inception. The college has also emerged as a centre for
advanced research, offering Ph.D. programs in Tamil, English, Commerce, Mathematics, and
Chemistry. Its commitment to academic excellence is reflected in being awarded an A+ Grade in
the Fourth Cycle of NAAC Accreditation and securing the 78th position in the NIRF India
Rankings 2024, affirming its status as one of India’s leading institutions for women’s education.
The P.G. and Research Department of English, in collaboration with the SWAYAM-NPTEL Local
Chapter (ID:3094), A.P.C. Mahalaxmi College for Women, is proud to organize this initiative to
promote quality online education and skill enhancement. Since becoming a Local Chapter in 2019,
the college has actively participated in numerous NPTEL and SWAYAM courses, earning
accolades for its high rate of enrollment, registration, and certification from IITs and other
prestigious institutions across India. With a shared commitment to lifelong Learning and digital
empowerment, this collaborative effort continues to inspire academic excellence and professional
growth among students and faculty members alike.
About the program: This Program explores the intersection of human rights and literature,
examining how literary texts serve as catalysts for social change. Participants will engage with
interdisciplinary approaches that connect literature to human rights advocacy, digital activism, and
historical narratives of resistance. Over five days, expert-led discussions will cover diverse
perspectives, from cultural histories of human rights to contemporary digital platforms that shape
advocacy. The pedagogical aspect will focus on integrating human rights discourse into literary
studies, ensuring that educators can effectively bring this conversation into classrooms and
scholarly debates. The program will incorporate themes of justice, dignity, activism, and
resistance, helping participants analyze literature as both a reflection and a tool for social justice
movements.
Schedule of the Program: (8:00 pm to 9:00 pm)
Date-Day Topic
31 July’25 Thursday Genesis of Human Rights: A Cultural History (VRJ)
1 August’25 Friday Digital Literature and Human Rights – Social Media, Blogs,
and Online Activism (VRJ)
Saturday & Sunday No Session
4 August’25 Monday Human Rights and Resistance in Urdu Poetry: Voices of
Protest and Hope (SR)
5 August’25 Tuesday Exploring Inequality Through Literature: Gender, Caste,
and Race (SR)
6 August’25 Wednesd Human Rights in India Thought: Literary and Philosophical
Perspectives from Gandhi and Ambedkar (SR)
Outcomes: After attending this program, participants shall be able to
Understand the intersection of human rights and literature across historical, political, and
cultural contexts.
Analyze literary texts to identify themes of justice, oppression, and advocacy.
Apply literary techniques to human rights discussions in academic and social platforms.
Explore digital storytelling as a tool for human rights activism.
Implement interdisciplinary methodologies for teaching literature with a human rights
perspective.
Please Note: Session Recordings are not provided. E-Certificate of participation shall be
provided within 1 week to 10 days after completion of the FDP.
Registration Form Link: https://forms.gle/7hbn8fcdWjxrZRk66
Registration Fees: Rs. 290/- (Last date 31 July Scan:
7:45pm; however, the registration may be closed if
expected number is reached before time, for any query
whatsapp on 9825547331, please do not call)
Option 1: Account Details: Name of the Account
Holder: Urvishaben J Kathwadia, Account Number:
02720100026634, Bank Name: Bank of Baroda,
Branch – Kosamba, IFSC code: BARB0KOSAMB
(5th character is zero)
Option 2: UPI: kathwadiaurvashi@okicici
Option 3: Bank AC Name: Nucleus of Learning and
Development, Bank AC: 923020032111819, IFSC Code
- UTIB0002865, Pratapnagar, Vadodara, Gujarat.
