The Department of Political Science, Baptist College, Kohima, and the Department of Political Science, Alder College, Kohima, organized a two-day Faculty Exchange Programme on October 6 and 7, 2026. The programme was held at Alder College, Kohima, on October 6th, 2026 and at Baptist College, Kohima, on October 7th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The programme aimed to promote academic interaction, exchange of ideas, and scholarly engagement between the faculty members and students of the two institutions.
On the first day, held at Alder College, Assistant Professor Kevichüseü Agnes, Department of Political Science, Baptist College, Kohima, presented a paper titled “Political Theory: An Argumentative Analysis on Exploring the Feasibility of Achieving Absolute Parity in the State with Reference to the State of Nagaland.” The presentation examined the concept of absolute party and its feasibility in the context of Nagaland. Students of the B.A. First and Third Semesters of Alder College attended the session.
Assistant Professor Setonu Pucho of the Department of Political Science, Baptist College, Kohima, also presented a paper titled “Naga Women Empowerment Vs. True Women Empowerment.” The presentation focused on the meaning and dimensions of women’s empowerment, particularly in relation to Naga society. It highlighted the distinction between formal empowerment and genuine empowerment in the social, political, economic, and personal spheres. Students of the B.A.5th and 7th Semesters participated in the session.
The second day of the programme was held at Baptist College, Kohima, on October 7. Students of the B.A. 5th Semester of Baptist College attended the academic sessions. Assistant Professor Livi Shupao of the Department of Political Science, Alder College, Kohima, presented a paper entitled “Traditional Indian Political Thoughts and Its Relevance to Contemporary Politics.” The presentation discussed the significance of traditional Indian political thought and its relevance to contemporary political life, governance, ethics, leadership, and justice.
Assistant Professor Benngam Konyak of the Department of Political Science, Baptist College, Kohima, presented a paper entitled “Analysing the Most Contested and Debated Government Laws and Constitutional Bills.” The presentation focused on controversial government laws and Constitutional Bills and encouraged students to examine issues related to constitutionalism, democratic debate, public opinion, citizens’ rights, and the functioning of government.
The two-day Faculty Exchange Programme provided an important platform for academic discussion and interaction among faculty members and students of both colleges. The programme also strengthened inter-collegiate cooperation and encouraged students to engage critically with significant issues in political theory, women’s empowerment, Indian political thought, legislation, and constitutional studies.
