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Academic Career

  • Throughout First Division-holder and consistently acquired meritorious positions.
  • Received the B.H.U. Gold Medal and Karan Singh Gold Medal for standing first in M A, Political Science.
  • The Ph.D. thesis received high commendation from eminent scholars, Prof. Rashiddudin Khan, and Prof. A.B. Lal who described it as a "a distinct contribution and a valuable addition" to the field of Political Theory.
  • 44 years of Post Graduate and Undergraduate teaching experience.
  • 8 Post-Doctoral Major and Minor Research Projects completed (Annex. 3). This includes a Major Research Project (2005) under the National Institute of Public Co-operation and Child Development (NIPCCD) titled ‘Family Court in Varanasi’; and two U.G.C. Major Research Projects, one on ‘Eurocentrism in Political Theory: Explorations in Indian Political Thought’; the second on ‘Feminist Challenges to Modern Social Sciences: A Cross Cultural Exploration’.
  • One of the research students, Shamim Fatema received President's Award for her research work entitled ‘Maulana Abul Kalam Azad's Political Ideas’.

    BOOKS AUTHORED (SINGLE)– 03

  1. Theorizing Feminism, Jaipur, Rawat Publications, Jaipur, 2011.
  2. Liberty and Social Transformation: A Study in Bertrand Russell's Political Thought, New Delhi, Heritage Publishers, 1992.
  3. Eurocentrism in Political Theory: Explorations in Indian Political Thought (Submitted for Publication).

BOOK EDITED– 10

  1. Women in Dharmashastras: A Phenomenological and Critical Analysis (ed.), Jaipur, Rawat Publications, 2008.
  2. Concept of Stri Dhana in Ancient Hindu Law: A Critical Analysis, Varanasi, Centre for Women's Studies and Development, B.H.U, 2007.
  3. Prachyavad aur Stri ka Prashna: Adhunik Bharatiy Chintakon ki Drishti (Hindi), Varanasi, Centre for Women's Studies and Development, B.H.U, 2007
  4. Gandhi aur Stri Shakti (Hindi), Varanasi, Centre for Women's Studies and Development, B.H.U, 2007.
  5. Manusmriti evam Kautilya Arthashastra mein Nari: Ek Adhyayan (Hindi), Varanasi, Centre for Women's Studies and Development, BHU, 2007.
  6. Rigveda Samhita mein Stri: Ek Adhyayan, Varanasi, Centre for Women's Studies and Development, B.H.U, 2007.
  7. Women in the Unorganized Sector, Centre for Women’s Studies and Development, Banaras Hindu University, 2007.
  8. Dharmashastra aur Stri Vimarsh, Varanasi, Centre for Women’s Studies and Development, Banaras Hindu University, 2007.
  9. Feminism, Tradition and Modernity, Shimla, Indian Institute of Advanced Study, 2002. (Re-printed in 2015)
  10. Bharatiya Manisha ke Agradoot: Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya, Varanasi, Vishvavidyalaya Prakashan, 2001.

    INTERNATIONAL: 09

  1. Encyclopedia of the Philosophy of Law and Social Philosophy, Springer Publications, New York, USA, 2021, pp. 1-7.
  2. "Beyond Western Eyes: Theorizing Feminism in the Indian Context", in A. Nirmal and S. Dey (edited) History and Myth: Postcolonial Dimensions, Washington, Vernon Press, 2021, pp. 81-96.
  3. "Status of Women in Buddhism: A Critique of Critics", Published from Prasadha, Jinarakkhita Buddhist Institute, Jakarta, Indonesia, 2018, pp. 149-154.
  4. “Bertrand Russell on Impulse: Lewis' Critique”, The Bertrand Russell Society, No.2-3, January, 1999, pp. 17-23.
  5. Review article on J.P.S. Uberoi, "Religion, Civil Society and the State", The Journal of Religion, (Published from the University of Chicago Press) January 1999, Vol. 79, No. 1, pp. 159-160.
  6. “Thinking with and Beyond Human Rights”, Special Paper Published by Law College, Toronto University, Canada, pp. 1-14.
  7. "The Role of Leisure in Social Building: A Russellian Approach", in World Leisure and Recreation in a Special issue on Leisure and Development, Madrid, Spain, 1992.
  8. “Notes Towards a Critique”, in Contemporary Political System: Classification and Typologies, ed. by Jim Seroka and Anton Bebler, Boulder, Colorado, Lynne Reiner Press, USA 1990, Chapters 8,9,10 (pp. 170-2, 202-3, 240-2). Co-Author.
  9. “Bertrand Russell: Is He a Political Philosopher? A Critique of Critics”, in Russell: The Journal of the Bertrand Russell Archives, McMaster University, Canada, Vol. 6, No. 2, Winter 1986-87, pp. 134-43.

NATIONAL: 63

  1. Womanhood, Motherhood and Sisterhood in Indian Feminism, “Women, Gender And Society in India: Perspective on Feminism, (Chief Editor, Naina Shahastrabuddhe), New Delhi, Aryan Books International, 2025 pp. 32 – 45.
  2. भारतीय स्वतंत्रता संग्राम के महान योद्धा : पं० मदन मोहन मालवीय, महामना मालवीय मेमोरियल ट्रस्ट एवं महामना मालवीय मिशन, दिल्ली, एन.सी.आर., दिसम्बर 25, 2022, पृ० 38-43.
  3. "Understanding Russell: An Essay in Interpreting Some Details of His Socio-Political Thought", Raj-Yashti: Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. XIV No. 2, July-December, 2021, pp. 23-32.
  4. आत्मनिर्भर भारत के लिए स्त्री सशक्तीकरण अपरिहार्य : पं० मदन मोहन मालवीय की दृष्टि, आत्मनिर्भर भारत, महामना मालवीय मिशन, दिल्ली एन.सी.आर., 2021, पृ० 13-15.
  5. वैश्वीकरण की चुनौतियाँ और समाधान : गांधीवादी विकल्प, हिमांजलि, अंक-23, जनवरी-जून, 2021, भारतीय उच्च अध्ययन संस्थान, शिमला एवं वाणी प्रकाशन, नई दिल्ली, पृ० 15-19.
  6. "Women in India's Intellectual Tradition", Manthan, Year-41, Issue- 3-4, Jul-Dec, New Delhi, 2020, pp. 5-22.
  7. “Gandhi's View of the Individual”, Gandhi Marg, Vol. 42 (1 & 2), New Delhi, April-September, 2020, pp. 7-24.
  8. भारतीय ज्ञान परम्परा में नारी, मंथन, वर्ष-41, अंक- 3-4, जुलाई-दिसम्बर, नई दिल्ली, 2020, पृ० 5-22.
  9. “Woment in North-East India: Patriarchy, Customary Laws and Marginalization”, in Jayant Krishna Sarmah, (ed.), Gender and Democracy in North-East India, Guwahati, Purbanchal Prakash, 2019, pp. 29-56.
  10. नारीवादी चिंतन के विविध आयाम, हिमांजलि, जनवरी-जून, 2017, 15वाँ अंक, भारतीय उच्च अध्ययन संस्थान, शिमला, पृष्ठ 9-12.
  11. सर्व धर्म समभाव : एक विश्लेषण विनोबा के दर्शन में, हिमांजलि, भारतीय उच्च अध्ययन संस्थान, शिमला, जनवरी-जून, 2016, 13वाँ अंक, पृष्ठ 62-66.
  12. हाशिये पर खड़ी स्त्री : समस्या और समाधान, हिमांजलि, भारतीय उच्च अध्ययन संस्थान, शिमला, जुलाई-दिसम्बर, 2015, 12वाँ अंक, पृष्ठ 26-30.
  13. महादेवी और सिमोन द बोवा, साखी, अंक-24, मार्च, 2014, पृ० 187-190.
  14. माँ भारती के वरद पुत्र - गुरुदेव रवीन्द्रनाथ टैगोर, हिमांजलि, भारतीय उच्च अध्ययन संस्थान, शिमला, जुलाई-दिसम्बर, 2014, 10वाँ अंक, पृष्ठ 25-27.
  15. Prof. Chandrakala Padia and Dr. Preeti Singh, “महामना का राजनीतिक जीवन: एक अवलोकन” in Brjabala Singh (ed.) Aadhunik Bharat Ke Nirmata: Mahamana Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya, New Delhi, University Publication, 2013, pp. 31-43

    Editorials

  1. Editor of bi-annual news letter of Political Science Department, BHU, Varanasi.
  2. Chief Editor for 07 Years of a news letter entitled, Nari Darpan, published from CWSD BHU.
  3. Member, Editorial Board: Special Series in Political Philosophy, Toronto (Canada).
  4. Member, Editorial Board: Journal of Women's Studies, Allahabad University.
  5. Member, Editorial Board: Prajna, Journal of Banaras Hindu University.
  6. Member, Editorial Board: Gandhi Marg, New Delhi.

    Recognition and Representation in Various National and International Bodies

  • Nominated as Member of Central Advisory Board of Education (CABE) by Ministry of Human Resource Development, New Delhi vide letter no. 2-18/2011-PN-I dated 11th June, 2015.
  • Member, Indian National Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO.
  • Member of Jury to assess the projects under Indo-German Academic Partnership held at Bonn, Germany.
  • Chairperson, UGC Standing Committee on Women's Studies.
  • Chairperson, UGC Enquiry Committee to look into the allegations against various officials including the Vice Chancellor, Dr. S. Natrajan of Gandhi Gram Rural Institute, Gandhigram, Tamilnadu.
  • Member of UGC Expert Committee on 'Epoch Making Social Thinkers of India'.
  • Member of UGC Review Committee for Reviewing the Work of Research Scientists in Political Science.
  • Member of UGC-NET Review Committee under the Chairmanship of Professor Bhalchandra Mungekar.
  • Member of UGC Committee for Post Doctoral Fellowships in Political Science.
  • Member of UGC Committee for Women's Studies.
  • Member of National Consultative Committee on Capacity Building for Women in Higher Education.
  • Northern Sub-regional Coordinator for Capacity Building Programme for Women in Higher Education.
  • Member of National Syllabus Committee in Political Science.
  • Member of UGC NET Committee in Political Science.
  • Member of Women's Studies Committee.
  • UGC ePG Pathshala Paper Coordinator for Women, Governance and Politics.
  • Member of Several Selection Committees for the appointment of Lecturer, Reader, Professor at various Universities.
  • Expert Member for the selection of Vice Chancellor, Karnataka Central University.
  • Expert Member for selection of Director, Indian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS), Shimla.
  • Expert Member for selection of Fellows for IIAS.
  • Expert Member for selection of Fulbright Fellows to visit USA.
  • Member of Board of Studies in various Universities including Allahabad, Pondicherry, Jaipur, Ranchi, BHU and MGS University, Bikaner.
  • Member of Academic Advisory Committee, University of Madras, Chennai.
  • Member of Rashtriya Samaj Vigyan Parishad Executive Committee (2018-2023).
  • Delivered lectures and contributed to academic activities of Rashtriya Samaj Vigyan Parishad.
  • Chaired sessions in conferences organized by Rashtriya Samaj Vigyan Parishad.
  • Nominated as Patron of Rashtriya Samaj Vigyan Parishad in its 7th Annual National Conference.
  • Member of Vice Chancellor's Coordination Committee, Rajasthan, nominated by Governor of Rajasthan in 2015.

    Post-Doctoral Research Projects Completed: 8

  • U.G.C. Major Research Project, 2012

    • Research Subject: EUROCENTRISM IN POLITICAL THEORY: EXPLORATIONS IN INDIAN POLITICAL THOUGHT

  • NIPCCD, Major Research Project, 2005

    • Research Subject: INTEGRATING SUPPORT SERVICES TO FAMILY COURTS IN VARANASI

  • U.G.C. Major Research Project, 2001

    • Research Subject: FEMINIST CHALLENGES TO MODERN SOCIAL SCIENCES: A CROSS CULTURAL EXPLORATION

  • Indian Council of Social Science Research, New Delhi, 1999

    • Research Subject: INDIAN FEMINIST PERSPECTIVE: A STUDY IN MAHATMA GANDHI

  • Shastri Indo-Canadian Social Science Fellowship, Canada, 1997

    • Research Subject: RECONSTRUCTING HUMAN RIGHTS: A CROSS CULTURAL EXPLORATION

  • Bertrand Russell Society, Banaras Chapter, 1993

    • Research Subject: TERRORISM AND ITS MORAL EQUIVALENT

  • U.S. Fulbright Post-Doctoral Fellowship, 1987

    • Research Subject: RUSSELL OTTOLINE PAPERS: A STUDY OF RUSSELL IN PRE-FIRST WORLD WAR PERIOD

  • U.G.C. Short term Project Fellowship, 1986

    • Research Subject: SOCIALISM: A STUDY IN BERTRAND RUSSELL

    INTERNATIONAL: 74

  1. Presented the keynote paper entitled, "Indian Knowledge Systems: Its Nature and Relevance for India and the Globe in the Present Times" on 26th April in the Inaugural Session of the International Conference on "Anubhuti", A Journey through Indian Knowledge Systems", organized by Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur in collaboration with Rashtriya Samaj Vigyan Parishad, held at Conference Hall, Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur, April 26-27, 2024.
  2. Presented a paper entitled, "Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya and Jacques Maritain: Convergences and Divergences" on 4th March in the Plenary Session in the Internatioanl Conference on "Integral Humanism: Perspectives on Deendayal Upadhyaya and Jacques Maritain" jointly organized by India Foundation and Deendayal Upadhyaya Chair, Banaras Hindu University, held at K.N. Uduppa Hall, BHU, Varanasi, March 4-5, 2024.
  3. Invited for Online Interview for the Research Project on "International Mobility and World Development", conducted by Primary Researcher Zhe Wang under the Principal Investigator Prof. Maia Chankseliani and her team, Department of Education, University of Oxford, UK, January 20, 2024.
  4. Presented a paper entitled, "Indian Vision of Political Thinking", on Sept. 9, in two days 60th All India Political Science Conference & International Seminar on "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: One Earth, One Family, One Future", organized by Indian Political Science Association, held at Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha (Maharashtra), Sept. 9-10, 2023.
  5. Chaired the Plenary Session I on 'Eco Feminism' in two-days International Conference, jointly organized by GLS Univ., Ahmedabad & WILPF Foundation, India Section at GLS Campus, Ahmedabad, Mar. 26-27, 2022.
  6. Presented a paper entitled, "Empowering Women, Empowering Humanity: Indian Perspective", in two days International confernece on "Empowering Women: Empowering Humanity", jointly organized by GLS University, Ahmedabad and Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF), India Section, at GLS Campus, Ahmedabad, India, March 26-27, 2022.
  7. Presented a paper entitled, "Women in North-East India: Patriarchy, Customary Laws and Marginalization" in an International Conference on "Gender and Democracy in North-East India", organized at Guwahati, 2019.
  8. Presented a paper entitled, "Status of Women in Buddhism: A Critique of Critics" at Jinarakkhita Buddhist Institute, Jakarta, Indonesia, 2018.
  9. Presented a paper entitled, "Women in Western Democratic Theory: A Critique" at International Political Science Conference, Berlin, Germany.
  10. Presented a paper entitled, "Understanding Minorities in India and Canada" in International Seminar organized by Canadian Studies Programme, Banaras Hindu University.
  11. Presented a paper entitled, "Secular Values in Developing Societies: Its Impact on Marginalized Sections" during academic visit to Indonesia, December 2010.
  12. Delivered keynote address in session on Women's Empowerment in Indian Tradition at Human Empowerment Conference, Los Angeles, USA.
  13. Presented work on "Post-modernism and Feminism: A Study in French Feminist Thought" at Maison des Sciences de l'Homme (MSH), Paris, France.
  14. Presented discussions on Human Rights with Institute of Islamic Studies and International Institute for Asian Studies at Leiden and Amsterdam, Netherlands.
  15. Presented research work on "Re-constructing Human Rights: A Cross-Cultural Exploration" at McMaster University, Canada.
  16. Presented paper on "National Integration in India: Challenges Ahead" in International Seminar organized by Tribhuvan University, Nepal.
  17. Participated and presented in Salzburg Seminar Session 316 on "Religion, Ethnicity and Self-Identity", Austria.
  18. Delivered lecture on "Political Development in India" at University of Indonesia, Jakarta.
  19. Presented paper on "The Role of Leisure: Some Reflections on Russell's Thought" at XII World Congress of Sociology, Madrid, Spain.
  20. Presented paper at South Asian Studies Association Conference, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
  21. Presented paper at Bertrand Russell Society Annual Conference, Canada.
  22. Academic discussions with Frankfurt School scholars, Germany.
  23. Presented research work at McMaster University, Canada.
  24. Participated in Bertrand Russell Society Conference, New York, USA.
  25. Presented a paper entitled, "Kautilya's Diplomacy and Economics: Beyond Marx and Max Weber", presented in the International Conference on "Kautilya and Contemporary World", March 17, organized by Kautilya International Foundation, New Delhi held at CPDHE, University of Delhi, Delhi, March 16-17, 2019.
  26. Presented a paper entitled, "Status of Women in Buddhism: A Critique of Critics", Sept. 16 in the 3rd Asian Buddhism Connection International Conference on "Buddhism, Women and Education" held at Prasadha Jinarakkhita, Jakarta, Indonesia, September 15-17, 2018.
  27. Presented a paper entitled, "Mahadevi Verma: Relevance of her Vision" in the VI Session of the International Conference on 'Retrieving the Voices from the Margins Writers/Thinkers of Modern India (Second Chapter), on 25th March, 2018, organized by IIAS, Shimla, March 24-25, 2018.
  28. Chaired the Academic Session V in the 3rd Asian Buddhism Connection International Conference on "Buddhism, Women and Education" on 16th September, 2018 held at Jakarta, Indonesia, September 15-17, 2018.
  29. Chaired the First Session on 24th March, 2018 in the International Conference on "Retrieving the Voices from the Margins: Writers/Thinkers of Modern India", held at Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Shimla, March 24-26, 2018.
  30. Chaired the Academic Session-III entitled, "Seminal Thinkers and Philosophers of Modern India: Contemporary Perspectives (Part- I)" on 12 August, 2017 in an International Conference on 'Retreiving the Voices from the Margins: Thinkers of Modern India', jointly organized by Banaras Hindu University and Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Shimla, August 11-13, 2017.
  31. Delivered a Lecture on "Feminism: Indian Perspective" in an International Workshop on "Gender Mainstreming Through Research on Women's Issues" organized by Women's Study and Development Center, University of Delhi in Collaboration with Association of Commonwealth Universities, Dec. 18, 2017.
  32. Delivered a lecture, "Mapping the Terrain of Feminist Philosophy in India: A Critique" on 13th August in an International Seminar on 'Retrieving the Voices from the Margins: Thinkers of Modern India', organized by Banaras Hindu University in collaboration with Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Shimla (H.P.), August 11-13, 2017.
  33. Delivered a lecture on 'Decolonizing Our Minds and Academic Disciplines' in the Orientation Course held in the HRD, Academic Staff College at University of Kashmir, Srinagar, March 10, 2017.
  34. Delivered a lecture as Distinguished Guest Speaker on "Resisting Eurocentrism in Political Thought: Explorations in Indian Political Thought" on Jan. 10 in a two days International Conference on 'Perspectives on Indian Thought: Contexts, Contests, Conversations and Confluences', organized by Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow, Jan. 10-12, 2017.
  35. Chaired the fourth session on, "Social Research & Public Policies Interfaces", Aug. 21, at Bangkok, Thailand in the 9th NRCT-ICSSR Joint Seminar on Social Sci.: Challenges for Thiland & India, Aug. 18-21, 2015.
  36. "Reconstruction of University Education and Research" paper presented at Bangkok, Thailand in an International Seminar on 'Challenges of Social Sciences in India and Thialand', held at Convention Centre, Bangkok, Aug. 19-20, 2015.
  37. Delivered Keynote address entitled, "Unparralled Personality of Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya: A Bridge between India and Nepal" at Mahamana Malaviya Mission Jayanti celebrations, organized by Mahamana Malaviya Mission, Nepal, Kathmandu, December 25, 2014.
  38. Delivered a Special Lecture on "Role of India in Afghanistan after the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan" in an Int. Seminar organized by School of Social Sciences, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, Oct. 1, 2013.
  39. Delivered a lecture entitled "Resisting the Dominance of Western Feminist Discourse: Voices from the Asia-Pacific Region" in the International Conference on "Gender Equity: Issues of Theory, Practice and Policy in the Asia-Pacific Region" organized by the UGC Academic Staff College, Kumaun University, Nainital, March 21, 2013.
  40. Delivered Presidential Address in the International Workshop on "Research Methodology in Social Science" jointly organized by UNESCO Chair for Peace & Intercultural Understanding, MCPR, BHU and ICSSR, March 13, 2013.
  41. Delivered Presidential Address in both the Inaugural and the Valedictory Sessions of the 54th Annual Conference of Indian Society of Labour Economics on "Bringing Economics Back in Labour History: A Study of the Historical Patterns of Labour Supply in India", organized by Dept. of Economics, BHU, December 20-21, 2012.
  42. Delivered Presidential Address in the International Workshop entitled, "Non-violent Approaches to Peace" on 19th December, 2012 organized by UNESCO Chair for Peace, MCPR, BHU in collaboration with United States-India Educational Foundation, New Delhi, December 14-27, 2012.
  43. "Mahamana: The Maker of Modern India" paper presented in the International Seminar on 'Contemporary Relevance of Mahamana's Vision and Thought', organized by the Faculty of Management Studies, Banaras Hindu University, December 9, 2012.
  44. Acted as a Panelist in the Round Table Discussion on "The Role of Civil Societies in Implementing UN Principles & Guidelines (P&G) for the Elimination of Discrimination Against Persons Affected by Leprosy & their Family Members" in the International Symposium on 'Leprosy and Human Rights', organized by Nippon Foundation in collaboration with The Sasakawa Indian Leprosy Foundation, New Delhi, October 3, 2012.
  45. Presented a paper entitled, "Uncovering Women's Role in India's Intellectual Tradition: Gandhi's Contribution", in the International Seminar entitled 'Gandhirama-2012: A Feast of Ideal & a Festival of Art', organized by Indian Council of Philosophical Research, New Delhi, August 19, 2012.
  46. Delivered a lecture entitled, "Eurocentrism in Social Theory", Sept. 8, in a Three-week International Workshop on 'Contemporary Discourses in Social Theory', Faculty of Social Sciences, B.H.U. Varanasi, August 16 - September 10, 2012.
  47. Delivered Key-note Address in a two days International Seminar on "Civil Society in the Era of Globalization", in the inaugural session on 21st March organized by Rajiv Gandhi Chair in Contemporary Studies at Conference Hall, University Guest House, University of Allahabad, Allahabad, March 21st – 22nd, 2012.
  48. Chaired a Session in the International Workshop on "Intercultural Peace: Global Perspectives" organized by UNESCO Chair for Peace and Malviya Centre for Peace Research, BHU, Varanasi, March 17, 2011.
  49. "Thinking Beyond Marx and Gandhi: Socialist Vision of Dr. Rammanohar Lohia", paper presented in the International Seminar on "Lohia's Vision and Challenges of 21st Century", organized by FSS, B.H.U., Varanasi, Oct. 12, 2011.
  50. "The Eclipsed Women in Models of Democracy: Challenges to Androcentrism" paper presented in the International Seminar on "Emerging Dynamics of Democracy in India" organized by Dept. of Political Science, BHU, Varanasi, November 18, 2010.
  51. "Civilizing Mission of Gandhi: Lessons for both East and West", paper presented in the International Interdisciplinary Conference on "Language, Culture and Civilization: East and West" organized by JNU, New Delhi in collaboration with Elkins College Society for Indian Philosophy and Religion, New Delhi, July 21-22, 2010.
  52. "Women at Margin: Dilemmas of Democratic Governance in India", paper presented in the International Seminar on "Democracy and Democratic Governance in India and Canada" organized by Canadian Studies and Development Programme, BHU, Varanasi, March 5-6, 2010.
  53. Chaired a Session on "Gandhi and Nonviolence Discourse: In the Context of Art, Culture and Literature" in the International Conference on "Mahatma Gandhi and Nonviolence: Towards a Better World" organized by Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University, Kota, June 27, 2010.
  54. Chaired the IIIrd Technical Session on "Development, Environment and Peace" in an international workshop on "Peace Building in 21st Century: Gandhian Perspectives" organized by Malaviya Centre for Peace Research, BHU, Varanasi, February 4, 2010.
  55. Chaired the IIIrd Technical Session on "Equality and Inclusion: Cutting across Boundaries" in the International Seminar on "Equality and Inclusiveness in Contemporary India: Emerging Discourse", organized by Dept. of Political Science, BHU, Varanasi, January 28, 2010.
  56. "Resisting Logocentrism and Exclusion of Women", paper presented in the International Seminar on January 29, 2010 "Equality and Inclusiveness in Contemporary India: Emerging Discourses" organized by Dept. of Political Science, BHU, Varanasi, January 28-29, 2010.
  57. "Civilizing Modernity: Gandhi in Hind Swaraj" paper presented in the International Conference on "Hind Swaraj of Mahatma Gandhi: Satyagraha, Peace Education and Good Governance", organized by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota, June 26-28, 2009.
  58. "Intersecting Spaces: Politics of Globalization, Indian Womanhood and Vision for the Future", paper presented in "Asia Pacific Women's Conference" on Peace and Security held at the Philippines Normal University in Manila, Philippines on September 8-10, 2009. (The paper was presented by the other author as I could not make it to Philippines)
  59. Presented the Theme Paper in the International Conference on "The Politics of Identity: Alternative Visions and Formations from India", on January 9, 2009 organized by Dept. of Political Science, BHU, Varanasi, January 9-10, 2009.
  60. Chaired the Session on "Women and the Labour Force" in the International Seminar on "Mainstreaming of Women in Work and Political Process: Issues, Challenges and Way Forward" organized by Women's Studies & Development Centre, University of Delhi, November 6, 2008.
  61. Chaired the Session on "Nepal Bangladesh and Myanmar" in the International Seminar on "Democracy, Nation Building and Peace in South Asia: Challenges and Prospects" organized by Rajeev Gandhi Chair in Contemporary Studies, Univ. of Allahabad, Allahabad, March 6, 2008.
  62. Chaired the Session on "Gender in Nepalese Civil Society" in the International Seminar on "Civil Society in Emerging Democratic Nepal", organized by Centre for the Study of Nepal, BHU, Varanasi, January 8, 2008.
  63. Resisting Logocentrism: Mainstreaming the gender", paper presented in International Seminar on "Mainstreaming of Women in Work and Political Process: Issues, Challenges and Way Forward", Nov. 5, organized by Women's Studies & Development Centre, University of Delhi, November 5-7, 2008.
  64. Chaired the Session on "Growth, Sustainability and Human Development" in the International Conference on "Material Progress and the Impoverishment of Being: A Challenge for Religious Traditions" organized by Bharatiya Bhasha Parishad, Kolkata and the Millennium Trust, U.K. in the Parishad Auditorium, Kolkata, December 01, 2007.
  65. "Swami Vivekananda, Shri Aurbindo and Mahatma Gandhi: Their Contribution on the enrichment of Being", paper presented in the International Conference on "Impoverishment of Being: A Challenge for Religious Traditions" organized by Bharatiya Bhasha Parishad, Calcutta and the Millennium Trust, U.K. in the Parishad Auditorium, Kolkata, November 30, 2007.
  66. "Persona of Women in Vedas", paper presented in 2nd World Congress on Vedic Science organized by Veda Department, BHU, Varanasi and Vigyan Bharti in Swatantrata Bhawan, B.H.U., February 10, 2007.
  67. Chaired a Session in the International Seminar on "Challenges of Democracy and Development in Nepal" organized by the Centre for the Study of Nepal, Faculty of Social Sciences, Banaras Hindu University on December 19, 2006.
  68. 'Using Hindu Philosophy for Women's Empowerment', paper presented on 17th November, in '4th Annual Human Empowerment Conference' at Los Angeles, U.S.A, Nov. 17-19, 2006.
  69. 'Women in India's Intellectual Tradition' paper presented on 14th November, in the International Conference on 'Women in Indian Culture and Philosophy' at Pedagogical University, Krakow, Poland, November 14-15, 2004.
  70. Presented a paper on the "Role of Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviyaji in Promoting Indigenious Education", in the II-International BHU Alumni Meet at IIT, Bombay, Jan. 3 as Vice President of Mahamana Malaviya Mission, Varanasi, Jan. 3-4, 2004.
  71. "Coping with Marginality of Women: Contemporary Debates in India and Canada" paper presented on 3rd March, 2004 in the International Seminar on 'Challenges of Feminism: Indian and Canadian Perspectives' organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, Banaras Hindu University held at Academic Staff College, BHU, March 3-4, 2004.
  72. "Looking at Indian Women Through Ages" paper presented in the Plenary Open Session in the International Conference on "Indian Philosophy, Science and Culture" organized by Indian Council of Philosophical Research, held at India Habitat Center, New Delhi, March 30, 2003.
  73. Chaired the Valedictory Session of the International Symposium on 'History of Culture in India' in Pondicherry organised by Auroville Foundation, Auroville, January 1st, 2003.
  74. "Acted as a Resource Person" in an International Symposium on 'Spirituality, Science and Unity of Mind', organized by ICPR, IIAS and National Museum, held at National Museum, New Delhi, January 5-6, 2003.
  75. "Participated as a Resource Person" in the International Conference on 'Fundamental Questions and Issues in Indian Philosophy: Retrospects and Prospect', organized by T.R.V. Murthy Memorial Trust at Gyan Pravah, Varanasi, December 18-21, 2002.
  76. "India's Intellectual Tradition and Political Theory", paper presented in the International Symposium on 'A History of Indian Culture' on December 30, 2002, organized by Auroville Foundation at Bharat Nivas, Auroville, Pondicherry, December 30-31, 2002.
  77. Acted as a Resource Person in the International Seminar on "Terrorism and Culture of Peace", organized by American Center, New Delhi and MCPR, BHU. Prof. Chalrles Doran, Director, International Relations Programme, John Hopkins University, Washington, DC was the Key Speaker, November 15, 2002.
  78. "Empowerment of Women through Reservation: An Analysis", paper presented on 24th January in the International Seminar on 'Electoral Reforms in India', organized by Dept. of Political Science, BHU, Varanasi, Jan. 23-25, 2000.
  79. "Multiculturalism and Human Rights: A Feminist Critique", paper presented in the International Seminar on 'Ethnicity-Communalism, Development-Globalization and Human Rights', on 25 March, organized by Department of Anthropology, Calcutta University, Kolkata, March 24-26, 2000.
  80. "Women and Politics of Violence: An Essay on Attitudinal Fundamentalism", paper accepted in the SS28, panel 1 entitled 'Women: Politics of Violence and Fundamentalism' of IPSA XVIII World Congress of International Political Science Association, August 5, 2000, Quebec, Canada. (Could not Present Personally due to misplace of passport in the post.)
  81. "Human Rights and Multi-Ethnic Societies: Feminist Perspective", paper accepted for presentation in 'The 2000 Inter-Congress on Metropolitan Ethnic Cultures: Maintenance and Interaction', Beijing, China, July 24-28, 2000. (Could not Present Personally due to misplace of passport in the post.)
  82. "Relevance of Buddhism in Contemporary Times", paper presented in the International Seminar on 'Buddhism', on Nov. 2, organized by Department of Philosophy, Banaras Hindu University, Nov., 2-3, 1999.
  83. "Transgressing the Boundaries of Human Rights: Search for New Universals", paper presented at the International Seminar on 'Social Development and Constitutional Issues in India and Canada', organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, B.H.U., Feb. 27, 1999.
  84. "Gender Relations in Australian Context", paper presented at the International Seminar on "Australian Government and Politics" at Jawaharlal Nehru University, organized by Australian High Commission, New Delhi, Nov. 15, 1998.
  85. "Multiculturalism and Post-Colonial Feminist Discourse: The Matrix of Resistance", paper presented at the International Seminar on 'The Challenges of Multiculturalism: India and Canada', on Feb. 19, organized by Canadian Studies Development Programme, B.H.U., Feb. 19-20, 1997.
  86. "Contemporary Theories of Women's Empowerment: Strategies for the Third World Women", paper presented at the International Conference on 'Gender Equality Through Wome's Empowerment: Strategies and Approaches', on March 8, organized by Department of Social Work, Lucknow University held at Hotel Taj, Lucknow, March 7-9, 1997.
  87. 'Cultural Relativism and Traditional Values: A Case Study of India', paper presented at Law Faculty, University of Toronto in a seven-day workshop on 'Race and Cultural Difference Bridge', Toronto, Canada, November 17-21, 1997.
  88. Commented on Stephen Hay, Joseph Prabhu and Y.P. Anand's papers on 'Gandhian Political Economy,' 'Swaraj Oriented Globalization' and 'Applicability of Gandhian Thought in Future,' on November 15, 1997 in the International Symposium on 'Mahatma Gandhi', organized by University of Calgary, Canada, November 14-15, 1997.
  89. Commented on three papers related to the issues of citizenship and diversity in a 'Conference on Citizenship and Diversity Conference' at Dept. of Political Science, University of Toronto, organized by the Canadian Centre for Philosophy and Public Policy, University of Ottawa, Canada, Oct. 3, 1997.
  90. Paper entitled 'Environment, Gender and Development' accepted for the panel SS13, 'Environmental Auditing and Social Impact Assessment from a Gender Perspective: Strategy for a Sustainable Order' in the XVII World Congress of International Political Science Association, Seoul, South Korea, August 17-21, 1997. (Could not Present Personally).
  91. "Empowering Third World Women: A Feminist Post-Colonial Discourse", paper presented in an International Conference on 'Gender Equality Through Women's Empowerment: Strategies and Approaches', organized by Dept. of Social Work, Lucknow University, Lucknow, March 7-9, 1997.
  92. "Multiculturalism and Politics of Recognition: An Analysis", paper presented in an International Conference on "Ethnic Harmony in a Multi-Cultural Society: Lessons from Canada and India" on Feb. 21, 1996 under the auspices of Canadian Development Programme of Banaras Hindu University, Unit of Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute, New Delhi, Feb. 21-22, 1996.
  93. Chaired one Panel in an International Seminar on "Problems of Ethnicity and National Integration", Tribhuvan University, Nepal, Dec. 22, 1995.
  94. "Ethnicity, Regionalism and National Integration in Nepal: A Critique of Western Model" presented in an International Seminar on "Problems of Ethnicity and National Integration: Experiences from India and Nepal", on December 21, 1995 organized by B.P. Koirala Foundation and Political Science Department, Tribhuvan University, Nepal, December 21-22, 1995.
  95. "Some Reflections on Environmental Stewardship and Sustainable Development", in an International Conference on 'Environmental Stewardship and Sustainable Development', Oct. 21, jointly sponsored by the IPSA Research Committees-4 and 35, and Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, New Delhi in Association with the Dept. of Political Science, University of Delhi, Delhi, Oct. 20-21, 1995.
  96. "Women in the Democratization Process: A Conceptual Analysis" presented at the International Political Science Congress on August 23, 1994, held at Berlin, Germany, August 21-25, 1994.
  97. "Defining Woman as a Person: A Conceptual Analysis", paper presented in an "International Round Table Conference on Women's Studies", Aug. 18, organized by Centre for the Women's Studies, Panjab University, Chandigarh, August 17-22, 1993.
  98. "Political Developments in India in the Post-independence Era: An Analysis" presented before the staff and students of Faculty of Social and Political Science, University of Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia, May 27, 1992.
  99. "Understanding Russell: An Essay in Interpreting Some Details of His Socio-Political Thought" presented at the Annual Conference of the Bertrand Russell Society, USA held at Hamilton, Canada, June 21, 1990.
  100. "The Role of Leisure in Social Building: A Russellian Appraoch" presented at the International Conference of International Sociological Association RC 13 held at Madrid, Spain, 13 June, 1990.
  101. "Ethnicity Vs. State Unity: A Third World Perspective" presented at the European Conference of South Asian Studies in the Panel on 'Politics of State Unity Vs. Regional & Ethnic Diversity', Amsterdam, Netherlands, July 19, 1990.
  102. Chaired a Session at Annual Conference of Bertrand Russell Society, USA held at McMaster Univ., Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, June 22, 1990.
  103. "Gandhian Concept of Non-violence: A Critique of Gene Sharp" presented in the International Conference on 'Non-Violent Strategies for Social Change in Central America and the Middle East' on June 20, held at McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada, June 20-21, 1989.
  104. "Russell's Contribution to Peace Building", presented in the Annual Conference of the Bertrand Russell Society, June 24, held at New York City, USA, June 23-25, 1989.
  105. "Nehru's Policy of Panchsheel: A Critical Assessment", presented in the Canadian Asian Studies Association's Round Table Session on June 8 on 'Jawaharlal Nehru: An Assessment of his Legacy', held at Laval University, Quebec, Canada, June 5-8, 1989.
  106. "The Nature of Socialism in Russell's Thought", presented in the Annual Conference of Bertrand Russell Society, held at McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada, May 18, 1989.
  107. "Rethinking Development", paper presented at the panel on 'India's Development' on June 6 in the Conference of Canadian Asian Studies Association held at Laval University, Quebec, Canada, June 5-8, 1989.
  108. "Bertrand Russell on Impulse: John Lewis' Critique" presented at the Annual Conference of the Bertrand Russell Society held at San Diego, USA, June 20, 1987.

NATIONAL: 197

  1. Delivered an online lecture entitled, "Decolonizing Social Sciences: A Step towards Holistic Education" on 8th Feb. in Faculty Induction Programme, organized by Sardar Patel University, Gujrat Rashtriya Swayamsewak Manch, Eastern U.P. Region, Vaicharik Prabodhan Karyashala: Karyakarta Prashikshan – Mahila Vimarsh, 13th July, 2025 held at CSIR Auditorium, Lucknow.
  2. Presented a paper on, "Contemporary Feminist Discourse: Indian Perspective" in Rashtriya Swayamsewak Manch, Eastern U.P. Region, Vaicharik Prabodhan Karyashala: Karyakarta Prashikshan – Mahila Vimarsh, 13th July, 2025 held at CSIR Auditorium, Lucknow.
  3. Presented a paper on, "How to Create a Balance between Personal and Professional Life, and to Lead a Tention Free Life", at the invitation of 'Mahila Mandal, Kashi', on May 18, 2024.
  4. Presented a paper on, "भारतीय ज्ञान परम्परा में महिलाएं", on April 30, at the invitation of Maharaja Ganga Singh University, Bikane (Rajasthan), organized by Department of English, held at Academic Council Auditorium, VC Secretariat, April 30, 2024.
  5. Presented a paper on, "New Education Policy-2020", on April 29, at the invitation of B.J.S. Rampuria Jain Law College, Bikaner on April 29, 2024.
  6. Presented a paper on, "Decolonizing Social Science: An Important Step towards Attainment of Holistic Education", January 23, at the invitation of UGC-MMTTC, Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat, Janu. 16-29, 2024.
  7. Presented a paper on, "Decolonizing Social Science: An Important Step towards Attainment of Holistic Education" on January 9, 2024 at the invitation of UGC-MMTTC, Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat, Jan. 1-13, 2024.
  8. Presented a paper entitled "Role of Indian Women in Making the Education Holistic", March 12, at the invitation of UGC-MMTTC, Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, MP in the 3rd NEP Orientation & Sensitization program in online mode, March 4-15, 2024.
  9. Presented Keynote paper on "Role of Women in Nurturing Civilization" on the occassion of International Women's Day, March 8, organized by 'Indira Gandhi National Tribal University', Amarkantak, MP, 08.03.2024
  10. Presented a paper on "Richness of India's Intellectual Tradition with Regard to Women", March 9, 2024 jointly organized by Gender Studies Cell of IGNTU in collaboration with Shree Sheel Mandal.
  11. Presented a paper entitled, "Relevance of Bharateeya Social Science in achieving Samagra Vikas" in the 6th Annual National Conference of 'Rashtriya Samaj Vigyan Parishad (RSVP)' in Collaboration with Atal Bihari Vajpayee Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh on February 27, 2024; acted as Moderator in the Pannel Discussion 1 on Dimensions of Samagra Vikas in Indian Tradition on Feb. 25, Chaired the session T5 on 'Gender Equality and Samagra Vikas' on Feb. 26; also acted as the Chairperson of the Steering Committee of the Seminar.
  12. Presented a paper entitled, "Transgressing the Boundaries of Western Notions of Liberalism, Marxism and Conservatism: An Insight into the Richness of Bharatiya View of Conservatism" in the Roundtable Discussion on 'Bharatiya View of Conservatism', organized by India Foundation, New Delhi held at the Seminar Hall of the office of India Foundation, February 5, 2024.
  13. Delivered a lecture on "Women in India's Intellectual Tradition" on 25.01.2024 at the in invitation of UGC Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre, Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, MP in the 16th Facutly Induction Program in online mode, 09 January, February 6, 2024.
  14. Delivered 'Prof. Ram Krishna Mani Tripathi Memorial Lecture' on December 15, in the 44th National Conclave of 'Indian Society of Gandhian Studies' on the subject 'Contemporary Global Crises and Gandhi' in collaboration with Social Science Department, Sampurnanand Sanskrit University, Varanasi held at its conference hall, December 15-17, 2023.
  15. Presented a paper on, 'Contribution of India's Intellectual Tradition in Humanities and Social Sciences' under MHRD's 'Viksit Bharat Lecture Series' a Development- Dialogue in the Campuses of Higher Edcuation Institutions in India, organized by Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari, December 14, 2023.
  16. Delivered a lecture on, 'Gender and Governance' in an Online Refresher Course on "Trends and Issues of Governance in India", December 9, organized by UGC-HRDC and Dept. of Political Science, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj, December 4-16, 2023.
  17. Presented a paper on, 'Stuatus of Women in Society and Challenges', in the Regional Conclave of Bharat Vikas Parishad on 'Building of a Healhty, Capable and Sanskarit Bharat', held at Arya Mahila P.G. College, Chetganj, Varanasi, November 30, 2023.
  18. Presented a paper on the theme, 'Rising Nari Shakti: Women Empowerment in India' under the Amrit Kaal-Vimarsh/Viksit Bharat lecture series sponsored by Indina Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi, organized by Vasanta College for Women, Krishnamurthi Foundation, India, Rajghat, Varanasi, November 7, 2023.
  19. Presented a paper entitled, 'Role of Civil Society in Transforming the Present Conflict-Ridden Scenario in Jammu and Kashmir' on 27th October, 2023 in the national conference on "The Role of Social Science in Managing Perception and Nurturing Peace in Jammu & Kashmir", organized by University of Jammu at its Bhaderwah Campus in collaboration with Rashtirya Samaj Vigyan Parishad, October 27-28, 2023.
  20. Presented a paper online entitled, "India's Knowlege System" in the 15th Faculty Induction Program organized by the UGC-Human Resource Development Centre, Dr. Harisingh Gaur University, Sagar, October 22, 2023.
  21. Foundation Day Lecture on, 'Role of Women's Empowerment in Nation Building' in the 18th Foundation Day Celebrations of Sant Kanwar Ram Sindhi Yuva Samiti, Varanasi, held at R.K. Grand Hotel, Sigra, Varanasi, October 8, 2023.
  22. Presented a paper entitled, "Contribution of India's Knowledge System" in the Brainstorming Session on "India's Knowledge System" in the online mode, organized by Ramanujan College, Delhi University, N. Delhi, Oct. 06, 2023.
  23. Presented a paper entitled, "Contribution of Kautilya to Women's Empowerment" on April 27 in a two days discussion on 'Kautilya and Contemporary World' organized by Kautilya International Foundation, Delhi held at the College of Commerce, Arts & Science, Patliputra University, Patna, Bihar, April 27-28, 2023.
  24. Presented a paper entitled, "Samaj Mein Pariwaron Ke Aapsi Ekatmak Sambandh" in the session on 'Samajshastra: Vyavhar tatha Vyavastha' on April 15, 2023 in two days Akhil Bhartiya Vidvat Goshthi, on 'Shaikshanik Punarrachana Ka Praroop', held at Punarutthan Vidyapeeth, Ahmedabad, April 15-16, 2023.
  25. Presented a paper entitled, "Contribution of India's Knowledge Tradition in the Field of Social Sciences" on 16th February in seven days national conference on Indian Knowledge System 'Jnana Sarita', jointly organized by Kautilya International Foundation, Delhi; Sakshi Trust, Bangalore; in collaboration with Best Innovation University, Bengaluru; and Maharaja Agrasen University, Himachal Pradesh; Gulbarga University; Karnatak Sanskrit University; & Indian Foundation for Vedic Science held at Amruta Institute of Engineering & Management Sciences, Bengaluru, Feb. 13-19, 2023.
  26. Presented a paper entitled, "Role of Women in Environmental Protection" on November 26th in three days national conference & Expo on "Role of Women in Science and Technology for Sustainable Development of Atmanirbhar Bharat" organized by Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha, Pune & Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi held at Convention Center, JNU, New Delhi, Nov. 24-26, 2022.
  27. Presented a paper entitled, "Contesting Western Universalism, Pseudo-Secularism and Cultural Imperialism" on 15 Oct. in the 5th Annual National Conference of Rashtriya Samaj Vigyan Parishad in collaboration with Hansraj College, Univeristy of Delhi, held at Hansraj College, Delhi, Oct.15-17, 2022.
  28. Presented a paper on "Bharatiya Rashtriya Andolan Mein Mahilaon Ki Bhumika", in a one-day webinar, organized by Department of Political Science, Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, held at Seminar Hall, Gandhi Adhyayanpeeth, Varanasi, June 20, 2022.
  29. Presented a paper entitled, "Womanhood, Motherhood and Sisterhood in India's Knowledge Tradition", on April 1, 2022 in an online Three Months Certificate Course on 'Introduction to Indian Feminism' begining from January 28, 2022, jointly organized by Bharatiya Stree Shakti, Mumbai, Maharashtra and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University of Social Sciences, Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, April 1 - June 30, 2022.
  30. Presented a paper entitled, "Mahadevi Verma: Simon de Beauvoir Se Aage" in a one-day webinar on 'Mahadevi Ke Sahitya Sansar Mein Mahila', organized by Hindi Evam Tulnatmak Sahitya Vibhag, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha, March 26, 2022.
  31. Presented the keynote paper on, "Nariwad ki Bharatiya Awadharana", organized by History Department, Social Science Faculty, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on the ocassion of International Women's Day, March 8, 2022.
  32. Presented a paper on "Stree Vimarsh Ki Bharatiya Sankalpana", in a one-day webinar, organized by MGAHV, Wardha, Feb. 22, 2022.
  33. Served as a Panelist in a webinar on "Is Gandhi Being Applied in India Today?" organized by 'Shanti Sahyog Centre for Nonviolence', New Delhi, January 29, 2022.
  34. Presented a Paper entitled, "Self-Reliant India and Empowerment of Women" as a Keynote Speaker at the invitation of Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya Memorial Trust & Mahamana Malaviya Mission, Delhi-NCR to celebrate the 160th Birth Anniversary of Bharat Ratna Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya at India International Center, New Delhi, December 25, 2021.
  35. Presented a paper entitled, "Contribution of Women in India's Freedom Struggle" as the keynote speaker at the invitation of Inland Water Ways Authority of India, Varanasi to celebrate the occassion of 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsava' held in the auditorium of Inland Waterways Authority of India, November 8, 2021.
  36. Presented a paper entitled, "Rashtriya Ekta Mein Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Ka Yogdan" on October 31, 2021 in a Seminar on "Rashtirya Ekta Ki Sankalpana aur Sardar Patel" on the occassion of "National Unity Day" organized by Sangeet Natak Academy, New Delhi and Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, Varanasi, October 31 - November 1, 2021.
  37. Presented a paper entitled, "Gender Equality in India: Contemporary Challenges", in a one-day webinar on 'Gender Equality: Just an Air Bubble or Some Substance', organized by Center for Nonviolence, Shanti Sahyog, New Delhi, October 1, 2021.
  38. Presented a paper entitled, "Relevance of Gandhi on Women's Issues", in a one-day webinar on 'Gandhi and Contemporary Feminism', jointly organized by Sevagram Ashram, Wardha, Maharashtra and Faculty of Gandhian Studies, Gujarat Vidyapeeth, Ahmedabad, October 10, 2021.
  39. Presented a paper entitled, "Looking Beyond Western Eyes: Theorizing Feminism in the Indian Context" in an Online Distinguished Lecture Series, organized by Department of Anthropology, University of Calcutta & Anthropological Asiatic Society, March 30, 2021.
  40. Delivered a lecture entitled, "Need for Indeginizing Women's Studies" as Chief Guest, organized by Malaviya Centre for Peace Research and UNESCO Chair for Peace and Intercultural Understanding, BHU in collaboration with Centre for Peace and Development, March 8, 2021.
  41. Presented a paper entitled, "Conceptualizing Women Empowerment: Global Perspective" in the Consultative Webinar on "Conceptualizing Quality of Life and Women Empowerment: The Indian Perspective" on February 27, organized by Maharshee Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's Baya Karve Women's Study & Research Centre & Drishti Stree Adhyayan Prabodhan Kendra, Pune, February 27-28, 2021.
  42. Delivered Felicitation Address entitled, "Insecurity of Women at the Global Level : Contemporary Challenges" on Feb. 25 in the Inagugural Session of IIHSG International Conference 2021 on 'Gender Security and Global Politics' organized by Indian Institute of Human Security and Governance, Delhi in Collaboration with the Centre for International Studies and Diplomacy, School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, Department of International Relations, the University of Chittagong, Bangladesh and SRKP Govt. PG College, Kishangarh, Ajmer, Rajasthan, India, February 25-26, 2021.
  43. Presented a paper entitled, "Bharatiya Gyan Parampara Mein Nari" in National Webinar for a Special Lecture on 'Indian Feminism' organized by Rashtrya Samaj Vigyan Parishad, June 9, 2020.
  44. Presented a paper entitled, "Social Relevance of Gandhian Concept of Gram Swaraj in the Contemporary times" in National Webinar on 'Contemporary Scenario: Revisiting Gandhian Concept of Gram Swaraj' organized by Indian Society of Gandhian Studies, June 7, 2020.
  45. Presented a paper entitled, "Covid-19: Its Impact on Socio-Economic and Political Life of India" in an Online National Symposium on 'Covid-19 and the Indian Political Landscape: Reexamining the Indian Democratic System' organized by Department of Political Science, Vasanta College for Women & Krishnamurti Foundation India, Rajghat, Varanasi, May 19, 2020.
  46. Presented a paper entitled, "Women Empowerment: Myth or Reality" in a National Workshop on Gender Sensitization and Women Empowerment, organized by Faculty Development Centre, Iswar Saran PG College, Univ. of Allahabad, Prayagraj, Jan. 7, 2020.
  47. Presented a paper entitled, "Liberating Social Sciences from Colonial Mindset", Dec. 13, in the 4th Annual Conference of Rashtriya Samaj Vijyan Parishad on the subject 'Indigenisation of Social Sciences in India' at Tumkur University, Karnataka, December 13-15, 2019.
  48. Presented a paper entitled, "Silence in Politics: Acceptance of Status quo or Resistance to Status quo" on 23rd October, 2019 in UGC Sponsored Two Day National Seminar on 'Speaking Silence: History, Politics and Psychology', organized by Lakshmibai College, University of Delhi, October 23-24, 2019.
  49. Presented a paper entitled, "Technology, Pedagogy and Educational Research: An Epistemological Shift from Printed Material and Black Boards to Critical and Transformative and Multiperspectival Pedagogy" on October 11, 2019 in 15 days Workshop under Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya Nation Mission on Teachers and Teaching Programme, MHRD on 'Training Programme on Advances in Technology, Pedagogy and Educational Research' organized by Faculty Development Centre, Iswar Saran PG College, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj, October 11-25, 2019.
  50. Presented Keynote paper entitled, "Relevance of Gandhi in the Contemporary World" in a National Conference on 'Gandhi and the Contemporary World' on September 19, organized by Midnapore College (Autonomous), Midnapore, West Bengal, September 19-21, 2019.
  51. Presented a paper entitled, "Revisiting Gandhi: Search for a New Democratic Order", on September 18, 2019 in the National Seminar on, "Revisiting Gandhi Today: Questions of Class, Gender, Religion and Environment", organized by Zakir Husain College, Delhi University in collaboration with Mahatma Hansraj Faculty Development Centre, Hansraj College, Delhi University under the MHRD Scheme Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Training Programme, Sept. 17-23, 2019.
  52. Presented a paper entitled, "National Education Policy 2019: A Critical Review from the Perspective of Humanities and Social Sciences", in a one-day workshop on "Perspectives on Humantities and Social Sciences as reflected in NEP 2019", organized by Rashtriya Samaj Vigyan Parishad, sponsored by NAAC, in the Conference Hall of NAAC, Bengaluru, July 6, 2019.
  53. "Decolonizing our Minds, Humanities and Social Sciences", paper presented at the Conference room of National Assessment and Accreditation Council, Bengaluru as a Speical invitee to address the NAAC Officials, Bengaluru, July 25, 2019.
  54. Presented a paper entitled, "Gandhian Model of Nation-Building: A Cognitive Shift from Modernization Paradigms" on May 20, 2019 in the National Seminar on "Gandhian Way of Nation Building", organized by Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Shimla, May 20-22, 2019.
  55. Presented a paper entitled, "Challenges before Womanhood, Motherhood & Feminism", on March 24, 2019 in the National Conference on "Indian Perspective on Women" organized by DRISHTI-Stree Adhyayan Prabodhan Kendra, Pune held at NDMC Convention Centre, New Delhi, March 23-24, 2019.
  56. Presented a paper on "The Meaning and Role of Dharma in Human Life: Insights from Indian Philosophical Tradition" in an ICPR Sponsored Two Days National Seminar on "Dharma, Universality and Contingencies of Human Life" on February 23, organized by Lakshmibai College, University of Delhi, Delhi, February 23-24, 2018.
  57. Presented a paper on, "Women's Role in India's Intellectual Tradition" in a National Seminar on "Stree-Shakti in Bharatiya Thought and Practice: Interrogating Epistemic Dichotomies, Socio-Political Dialogues and Media Discourses" on January 28, organized by GIA, IIMC, and Prajna Pravah at Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi, January 27-28, 2018.
  58. Delivered a Lecture on, "Voices of Gender Equality in Vedas and Upnishads" on December 19, 2017 in the UGC Refressher Course on 'Indian Culture, Thought and Thinkers', organized by UGC-HRDC Centre for Professional Development in Higher Education, University of Delhi, Delhi, Nov. 28– Dec. 19, 2017.
  59. Delivered a lecture on "Role of Youth in Nation Building" in a National Programme entitled, 'I am India', organized by 'The Youth Parliament', Jodhpur, India at Hotel Madhuram Royal, Jodhpur, Rajasthan on December 17, 2017.
  60. Delivered the Inaugural Address on, "Re-visiting Women's Status in Vedas, Upanishads and Dharmashastras" on December 18, 2017 at the National Workshop on "Gender Mainstreaming Through Research on Women's Issues", organized by Women's Studies & Development Centre, University of Delhi in collaboration with Association of Commonwealth Universities, December 18-23, 2017.
  61. Delivered a public lecture on, "New India: Challenges and Possibilities" at a National Conclve on "Main Bharat Hoon", organized by Youth Parliament, India at Hotel Madhuram Royal, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, December 17, 2017.
  62. Delivered a lecture on "From Grace to Glory: Empowering Women" on November 12, 2017, in the National Meet of International Inner Wheel Club, organized by 'The Association of Inner Wheel Clubs in India' on the Occasion of formation of International Inner Wheel Club, held at Varanasi, November 11-12, 2017.
  63. Delivered a lecture on "Significance of Values in Living a Sustainable Life" at a public meeting, Maha Bodhi School held at the Mulagandha Kuty Vihara Complex, Sarnath, Varanasi, November 5, 2017.
  64. Delivered a lecture on "Women's Rights as Human Rights in the 3rd Refresher Course on Human Rights & Social Inclusion", organized by Academic Staff College, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, September 5-25, 2017.
  65. Delivered a Lecture on "Women's Impowerment: Why and How?" in One Day National Seminar on 'Women's Empowerment: Challenges & Prospects', organized by Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agriculture University, Bikaner, Sept. 9, 2017.
  66. Presented a paper on, "Need for a New Research Methodology for Understanding Dalits" on Jan. 15 in a national workshop on "Research Methodology for Dalit Studies", organized by Ceter for the Study of Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, Faculty of Social Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Jan. 15-21, 2017.
  67. Presented a paper entitled, "Relevance of Feminist Methodology in Social Sciences", on 8th March, 2016 in a National Seminar on "Feminist Methodology in Social Sciences", organized by Dept. of Geography and Home Science, Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Urdu, Arabi- Farsi University, Lucknow, March 8-9, 2016.
  68. Planery Lecture on 'Role of Media in Social Transformation', on Jan. 18 in a three-day national conference on 'Adhyatmikta, Media Aur Samajik Badalav', organized by Communication and Media Center, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha, Maharashtra, January 18-20, 2016.
  69. Delivered Keynote Address in a National Seminar on 'Women's Rights: Challenges & Solutions' on 13th January, organized by SESOMU Girls College, Sri Dungargarh, Rajasthan, January 13-14, 2016.
  70. Delivered Keynote Address in the First Plenary Session of 3 days conference on 'Literacy' on January 9 in the 32nd District conference of Int. Rotary Club at Hotel Surya, Varanasi, January 8-10, 2016.
  71. Presented a paper entitled, "Women at Margin: Problems and Challenges in India", presented at a National Seminar on 'Contemporary Issues in Women's Studies: A Feminist Discourse', organized by Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi, March 30-31, 2015.
  72. Presented a paper entitled, "Karyalayi Hindi Aur Anuvad Ki Samasyayen" on 11th Sept. 2015 in the 10th World Hindi Conference on 'Hindi Jagat: Vistar Aur Sambhavanayen' at Bhopal, Sept.10-12, 2015.
  73. Presented a paper entitled "Reinterpreting Gandhian Technique of Satyagrah as a mode of Conflict Resolution" in the National Seminar on 'Peace and Conflict Resolution: Gandhian Perspective', organized by Center for Gandhian Studies, Gitam University, Vishakhapattanam, Oct. 6, 2013.
  74. Presidential Valedictory Address on Oct. 31 in the ICSSR Sponsored 'Capacity Building Programme' for Faculty in Social Sciences, Organized by Faculty of Social Sciences, BHU, Oct. 15–31, 2013.
  75. Delivered Plenary Address at a National Conference on "Revisiting Issues of Women Security: From Womb to Tomb", on September 11, organized by Maharani College, Jaipur, September 11-12, 2013.
  76. Delivered a lecture on, "Bharatiya Sanghatmak Vyavastha Ki Chunautiya" organized by Hemavati Nandan Bhahuguna Memorial Trust, Lucknow, April 24, 2013.
  77. Delivered Valedictory Address in the National Seminar on 'Human Rights of Women and Movements: Issues and Debates with special focus on the Indian Scenario' organized by UGC-SAP, Department of Political Science and Institute of Gandhian Thought and Peace Studies, University of Allahabad, Allahabad, March 17, 2013.
  78. Delivered a lecture on "Resisting Malecentrism and Hierarchical Values: Some Reflections on Women's Subordination" in a One Day Seminar on 'Women's Empowerment' organized by DLW- Diesel Locomotive Works, Varanasi, March 9, 2013.
  79. Delivered Plenary Lecture entitled, "Structural Violence and Gender: A Journey from Cradle to Grave" in a National Seminar on 'Women and Violence' organized by Centre for Women's Studies and Development, Banaras Hindu University, March 8, 2013. Also delivered the Presidential Address in the Inaugural Session.
  80. Presented Keynote Paper entitled, "Road to Women's Empowerment: An Analysis" in a One Day Seminar on 'Stri: Sahitya, Sanskriti, Samaj Aur Kanoon', organized by Inter-Religious Dialogue Centre & Institute for the Study of Religions, held at Maitri Bhawan, Bhelupur, Varanasi, March 7, 2013.
  81. Delivered Presidential Address and presented a paper entitled "Contesting the Western notion of Nationalism: Contributions of Swami Vivekananda and Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya" in a National Seminar on 'Conceptualizing Indian Nationalism: Contributions of Madan Mohan Malaviya and Swami Vivekananda', organized by Department of Political Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Feb. 27, 2013.
  82. "Sister Nivedita: As she saw her Master" paper presented in the National Seminar on 'Significance of the Ideas of Swami Vivekanand in the Modern Age', Dec. 16, organized by the Ramkrishna Mission Institute of Culture, Kolkata in collaboration with Indian Council of Philosophical Research, New Delhi, December 14-16, 2012.
  83. Delivered Keynote Address in the One-day Seminar on 'Mainstreaming the Gender: Problems & Challenges' organized by Mahila-Mandal Kashi, Varanasi, Oct. 19, 2012.
  84. Delivered Keynote Address in the One-day National Seminar on 'Contributions of Pt. Kamlapathi Tripathi', organized by Kamalapati Tripathi Foundation at Sanskritik Sanakul, Varanasi, September 3, 2012.
  85. Delivered Keynote Address entitled 'Female Foeticide as Structural Violence: Human Rights Perspective', in the National Seminar on 'Female Foeticide and Gender Violence: The Human Rights Perspective', on August 11, sponsored by National Commission for Women, New Delhi, jointly organized by the Nehru Studies Center and Department of Political Science, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, August 11-12, 2012.
  86. Delivered Presidential Address in the National Seminar on "Parliamentary Democracy and Civil Society", organized by Gandhi Adhyayan Peeth, Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, Varnanasi, March 31, 2012.
  87. Delivered Keynote Address in the Seminar on "आधुनिक भारत के निर्माण में महामना पं० मदन मोहन मालवीय का योगदान", organized by Arya Mahila P.G. College, Varnanasi, March 13th, 2012.
  88. Delivered a Lecture entitled "Methodology in Social Sciences: A Feminist Critique", in the seven days National Workshop on "Methodology of Social Sciences and Humanities", organized by Arya Mahila P.G. College, Varanasi (affiliated to Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, Jan 31, 2012.
  89. Delivered Special Address entitled "Marginalizing the Marginalized: Impact of Globalization on Women", in the National Seminar on "Globalization and Indian Women: Problems, Opportunities and Information Needs" organized by Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, Varanasi, Jan, 12 2012.
  90. Presented a paper entitled "Feminist Challenges to the Concept of Human Rights" in the National Workshop on 'Human Rights in 21st Century: Challenges and Prospects' on Nov. 19, 2011, organized by Department of Political Science, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, Nov. 19-20, 2011.
  91. "Assessing Nehru's Contribution" paper presented in a one-day Seminar on 'The Ideas of Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru and the Challenges of 21st Century', organized by Department of Geography, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, Nov.14, 2011.
  92. "Contesting some Western Sociological Theories of Religion: An Insight into the Indian Notion of Dharma" paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Religion and Social Change' in the Surabhi Shodh Sansthan, Dagmagpur, Chunar, organized by an NGO 'Samvad', Nov.13, 2011.
  93. Delivered a lecture entitled "Feminist Methodology", in the seven-day Workshop on 'Research Methodology on Area Studies' on August 4, 2011 organized by the Centre for the Study of Nepal, Faculty of Social Sciences, BHU., Varanasi, Aug. 3-9, 2011.
  94. Delivered a lecture entitled "Role of Gandhi and Ambedkar in Nation Building" in the National Seminar on 'Gandhi, Ambedkar and Indian Nation Making', organized by Rajiv Gandhi Study Circle- U.P. held at the Institution of Engineers, River Bank Colony, Lucknow, July 31, 2011.
  95. "Contemporary Feminist Discourse and Contribution of Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya", Keynote Paper presented in National Seminar on "Millennium Goals and Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya" organized by Mahila Mahavidyalaya, BHU, Varanasi, March 2, 2011.
  96. "Relevance of Gandhian Thought in the Contemporary Times", paper presented in a two days UGC sponsored National Seminar on 'Gandhi-Chintan Ke Samajik Sarokar', on Feb. 27, organized by Gandhi Study Centre, Shri Baldev Post Graduate College, Badagaon, Varanasi, February 27-28, 2011.
  97. "Problems of People at Margin: An Analysis", paper presented on Feb. 18 in a two-day National Seminar on 'Uttarshati Ke Vimarsh Aur Hashiye Ka Samaj', organized by Department of Hindi, Shyama Prasad Mukerjee Rajkeey Mahavidyalaya, Phaphamau, Allahabad, Feb. 18-19, 2011.
  98. "Eclipsed Women in Theories of Democracy", paper presented in the National Seminar on "Contextualizing Democracy in the 21st Century: Perspectives and Challenges" organized by Dept. of Political Science, Kalindi College, Delhi, Feb. 3, 2011.
  99. "Violation of the Human rights of Marginalized Population of India: Impact of Globalisation" paper presented in the National Seminar on "Impact of Globalization on Human Rights in India" Organized by Rajarshi Tandon Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Allahabad University, Allahabad, November 28, 2010.
  100. "Carving Space for Women: Paradigm Shift form Equality to Autonomy", paper presented on February 26, 2010 in the National Seminar, "Agency, Autonomy and Power: A Dialogue on Women and Body", organized by Women's Studies & Development Centre, University of Delhi, Delhi, February 25-27, 2010.
  101. "Subaltern Women: From Conceptual Inadequacy to structural Hegemony" paper presented in the National Seminar on "Repositioning Subalternity in Globalized India: The Dynamics of Social Inclusion" in the IVth Session, organized by Centre for Study of Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, Faculty of Social Sciences, BHU, Varanasi, November 21, 2009.
  102. "Gender and Governance", paper presented in the National Seminar on "Future of Governance: The Challenges before Indian Administration in the 21st Century" organized by Dept. of Political Science, BHU, Varanasi, November 13, 2009.
  103. Invited as a Resource Person to transact the manual on "Women's Studies Perspective" on Aug. 24 in UGC Workshop on 'Capacity Building of Women Managers in Higher Education' on August 24, organized by D. D. Upadhyaya Degree College, New Delhi, August 24-27, 2009.
  104. "Civilizing Modernity: Gandhi in Hind Swaraj" paper presented in the International Conference on "Hind Swaraj of Mahatma Gandhi: Satyagraha, Peace Education and Good Governance" on June 27, organized by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota, June 26-28, 2009.
  105. Presented a paper on "Some Reflections on Gender Justice" in the National Seminar on "Social Justice in India: Constitutional Vision and Reality" organized by Rajeev Gandhi Chair in Contemporary Studies, University of Allahabad, March 18, 2009.
  106. Invited as a Resource Person to transact the manual on "Women's Studies Perspective" in UGC Workshop on 'Capacity Building of Women managers in Higher Education' on March 3, organized by Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi, New Delhi, March 3-7, 2009.
  107. Invited as a Resource Person to transact the manual on "Women's Studies Perspective" in the UGC Workshop on "Capacity Building of Women Managers in Higher Education", Feb. 16, organized by Jamia Milia Islamia, New Delhi, Feb. 16-20, 2009.
  108. Invited as a Resource Person to transact the manual on "Women's Studies Perspective" in the UGC Workshop on "Capacity Building of Women Managers in Higher Education", Jan. 27, organized by Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi, Delhi, January 27-31, 2009.
  109. "Resisting Logocentrism: Mainstreaming the Gender" paper presented in the International Seminar on "Maintreaming of Women in Work and Political Process: Issues, Challenges and Way Forward", Nov. 5, organized by Women's Studies & Development Centre, University of Delhi, November 5-7, 2008.
  110. Transacted the manual "Women's Studies Perspective" in the UGC "Training of Trainers Workshop" on "Capacity Building of Women Managers in Higher Education" jointly organized by Dept. of Political Science, BHU and Centre for Women's Studies and Development, BHU, Varanasi, April 23, 2008.
  111. "Third World Feminism and its Challenges", paper presented in the National Seminar on "Women's Studies in 21st Century: Various Paradigms", March 27, organized by Centre for Women's Studies and Development, BHU, Varanasi, March 27-28, 2007.
  112. Introduced the theme of the National Seminar on "Contemporary Issues in Social Justice: Indian Context" on Dec. 12 organized by Dept. of Political Science, BHU, Varanasi held at the Arts Auditorium, BHU, December 12-13, 2007.
  113. "Mahadevi Verma evm Simone de Boauvoir", paper presented in the National Seminar on "Mahadevi Verma: Vedna Aur Vidroh" jointly organized by CWSD, B.H.U., and Bharat Kala Bhawan, BHU, and Prem Chandra Sahitya Sansthan, Gorakhpur held at Bharat Kala Bhawan, B.H.U., Varanasi, May 5, 2007.
  114. "Reconstructing Motherhood: Resisting Logocentrism", paper presented in the 5th technical session of the National Workshop on 'Consultation and Experience¬ Sharing on Safe Motherhood-Looking Ahead' organized by Centre for Women's Studies and Development, BITS, Pilani, Rajasthan in collaboration with UNICEF & ICSSR, and OWSA, New Delhi, September 9-10, 2006.
  115. "Women's Education in Ancient India: From Vedas to Smritis", paper presented in Session IV on March 9, in the National Seminar on 'Women in Dharmashastras: A Phenomenological & Critical Analysis' organized by CWSD, BHU, March 8-9, 2006.
  116. "Decreasing Female Sex Ratio and its Implications in U.P." Paper presented in the National Workshop on 'Population, Development & Gender' on Oct. 5, organized by Press Trust of India, New Delhi held at Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies, Ananthapindata Auditorium, Sarnath, Varanasi, Oct. 5-6, 2005.
  117. "Women in Agriculture with Special Reference to Land Rights" in the Regional Workshop on 'Social and Institutional Framework for Female Participation in Agriculture' on Sept. 28, organized by NIPCCD, Regional Centre, Lucknow, Sept. 27-29, 2005.
  118. "Mahatama Gandhi on Women" paper presented in the National Seminar on 'Contribution of Mahatama Gandhi in the Regeneration of Indian Culture', on March 13, organized by Gandhi Adhayanpeeth, Mahatama Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth Varanasi, March 12-14, 2005.
  119. "Feminist Challenges in Third Word Countries", paper presented on 11th Feb, 2005 in the National Conference on "Challenges of Knowledge and Culture in the Countries of Third World" organized by Mahila Mahavidyalaya, BHU, Varanasi held at the Conference Hall of Mahila Mahavidyalaya, BHU, Varanasi, February 11-12, 2005.
  120. "Gender and Governance: Issues, Debates and Challenges", paper presented on Feb. 9, in the 3rd International Conference on 'Citizenship and Governance: Participation, Learning and Social Transformation: Re-examining Rhetoric, Action and Impact' organized by PRIA, New Delhi, held at Senate Hall, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Feb. 8-10, 2005.
  121. "The Missing Elements in Indian Education System: How to Fill these Gaps", paper presented in the National Conference on 'The Missing Elements in Indian Education: The Family, the Child and Indian Society', organized by Center for Post Colonial Education, Nagwa, Varanasi, Dec. 25, 2004.
  122. "Women in India's Intellectual Tradition", paper presented at the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, Shimla, November 25, 2004.
  123. "Curriculum Development and Syllabi Changes: Teaching Women's Studies in the Mainstream Disciplines", Status Paper presented on 19th June, 2004 in the National Seminar on 'Women's Studies in Indian Universities: Its Impacts and Future Directions', organized by University Grants Commission, New Delhi, held at Zamia Hamdard University, New Delhi, June 18-21, 2004.
  124. "Basis of Evaluating Women's Contribution to India's Freedom Struggle: Some Basic Questions", paper presented in the National Seminar on 'The Role of Women in Indian Freedom Struggle' organized by Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, February 20, 2004.
  125. "Status of Women and Indian Knowledge System", paper presented, Oct. 1, in a National Seminar on 'Indian Knowledge System' organised by IIAS, Shimla, Sept. 29-Oct. 1, 2003.
  126. "Role of Self-Help Groups in UP", paper presented in a National Conference on 'Empowering the Nation Through Self-Help Groups: Issues and Challenges', organized by the Center for Bharatiya Marketting held at INSA, New Delhi, July 16, 2003.
  127. "The Context of Indian Renaissance and the Question of Woman", paper presented on March 25 in the National Seminar on 'Exit from Orientalism: Looking at the Writings of Our Modern Indian Thinkers on Women' organized by Centre for Women's Studies and Development, BHU, March 25-26, 2003.
  128. "Contribution of G.C. Pandey to the Realm of Political and Sociological Thought", paper presented, March 4 in the National Seminar on 'The Thoughts and Works of Prof. G.C. Pandey', organized by Indian Council of Philosophical Research, New Delhi, March 4-5, 2003.
  129. "Participated as a Resource Person" in the National Meeting organized to have 'Dialogue with Researchers: Linking Policy and Research-Consultation on Women's Studies', organized by National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development, MHRD, New Delhi, February 27-28, 2003.
  130. "Role of Indian Women in Protecting Heritage in the Digital Age", Keynote Paper presented in a National Seminar on 'The Role of Indian Women in Sustaining Our Heritage in the Digital Age', organized by Vivekanand Nidhi, Kolkata, Feb. 23, 2003.
  131. "Contemporary Discourse on Nationalism and Shri Aurobindo", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Concept of Indian Nationalism' organized by Indian Council of Philosophical Research at Kolkata, February 24, 2003.
  132. "Contesting History, Culture and Modernity: Voices from Subaltern Studies", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Subaltern Consciousness, Humanism and the Politics of Interpretations' organized by MMV, BHU, Varanasi, February 21, 2003.
  133. "Reinterpreting Woman in Indian Sociological Texts" paper presented on January 24 in a two days International Conference on 'Family Matters: Textual Representations' organized by Dr. Sanjukta Dasgupta, Calcutta University under the Fulbright AIA Project, held at Senate Hall, Swatantrata Bhawan, BHU, Varanasi, January 24-25, 2003.
  134. "Question of Identity, Non-identity and Beyond Identity", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Reinventing Political Theory in an Era of Globalisation' on January 4, 2003, organized by Dept. of Political Science, Hyderabad Central University, Hyderabad, January 4-6, 2003.
  135. "Spirituality, Culture and Indian Women" paper presented in the National Symposium on 'A History of Indian Culture' on December 30, organised by Auroville Foundation at Bharat Nivas, Auroville, Pondicherry, December 30-31, 2002.
  136. "Hindi Bhasha Me Baudhik Aur Sanskritik Paramparayen", paper presented, Nov. 10 in the National Seminar on 'Hindi Bhasha Mai Rajdarshan ka Yogdaan' at Bhopal, organized by Centre for the Study of Civilisation, New Delhi, Nov. 10-11, 2002.
  137. "Economic Empowerment of SCs & STs: An Indigenous Approach" paper presented, Sept. 29, in the National Conference on 'Social Economic & Educational Empowerment of SCs and STs', organized by National Commission for SCs and STs in collaboration with BHU, held at Swatantrata Bhawan, BHU, Varanasi, Sept. 28-29, 2002.
  138. "Science, Value and Society: A Feminist Approach", paper presented on May 28 in a National Seminar on 'Science, Value and Society' jointly organized by organized by Dept. of Philosophy, Panjab University, Chandigarh, Centre for Civilization & ICPR, New Delhi, May 28-29, 2002.
  139. "Dharma and Nationalism: An Essay on Sri Aurobindo", paper presented on Feb. 23 in a National Seminar on 'Religion, Nationalism and Literature' at Mysore, jointly organized by IIAS, Shimla and Dhvanyaloka held at Dhvanyaloka, Mysore, Feb. 22-24, 2002.
  140. "Culture, Identity and Nation" paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Indian Society in the New Millennium: Socio-Economic, Political and Cultural Issues' at Bhubaneshwar on Feb. 9, jointly organized by Dept. of Economics, Utkal University in collaboration with IIAS, Shimla, February, 8-10, 2002.
  141. "Concept of Indianness: Some Reflections on Indian Political Thought", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Concept of Indianness' at Port Blair on January 25, organized by Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Shimla, held at Rajkeeya Mahavidyalay, Port Blair, Andman & Nikobar, January 25-28, 2002.
  142. "Decolonizing Women's Studies: Need for the Study of Indian Sociological Texts", paper presented in a National Workshop on 'Women's Studies Research & Curriculum', on October 5, 2001 organized by Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Shimla, held at its Main Seminar Hall, October 4-6, 2001.
  143. "Mapping the Terrain of Feminist Theory: Western Perspective", paper presented on August 14 in the National Seminar on Feminism, organized by Calcutta University, held at its auditorium, August 13-14, 2001.
  144. "Feminism, Tradition and Modernity: An Essay in Relation to Manusmriti", paper presented on June 16 in a National Seminar on 'Feminism, Tradition and Modernity' organized by Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, Shimla, held at its Main Seminar Hall, June 15-17, 2001.
  145. "Resisting Anthropological view of Culture: Some Refelection of Sri Aurobindo's Cosmological View of Culture", paper presented on December 27 in the International Conference on 'Culture of Peace', organized by Jaipur Peace Foundation, Jaipur, held at Patel Bhawan, HCM RIPA "OTS", Jaipur, December 27-28, 2001.
  146. "Contemporary Trends in Social Sciences: Prospects and Challenges", paper presented on March 17 in a National Seminar on 'State of Social Science Research in India' sponsored by Indian Association of Social Science Institutions, held at Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow, March 17-18, 2001.
  147. "Women, Culture, and Human Rights", paper presented on Feb. 22 in a National Workshop on 'Women & Peace: Intercultural Dimensions' organized by MCPR, B.H.U., February 22-24, 2001.
  148. "Feminist Interpretations of Manusmriti: A Reappraisal", paper presented in the National Seminar on 'Contemporary Relevance of Smritis', January 20, 2001, held at Allahabad Museum, Allahabad, organized by IIAS, Shimla, January 19-21, 2001.
  149. Commented on the renowned philosopher Prof. G.C. Pandey's Paper, entitled, 'Indian Society: Reconstruction and Reconsiderations' at Allahabad Museum, Allahabad, January 18, 2000.
  150. "Danda Vidya and Kautilya's Theory of Punishment: A Comparative Analysis", paper presented at a National Seminar on 'Dhammapad', organized by Triratna, held at Tibetian Institute of Higher Studies, August 21, 2000.
  151. "Indian Tradition and Women", paper presented on July 7 in a National Workshop on 'Dictionary of Indian Culture', organized by IIAS, Shimla, Allahabad Museum and Dept. of A.I.H.C.A., Univ. of Allahabad at Allahabad Museum, Allahabad, July 3-8, 2000.
  152. "Cultural Matrix and Problems of Democracy in India", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Parliamentary Democracy in India', on April 8, organized by Dept. of Political Science, S.B.P.G. College, Secunderpur, Ballia, April 8-9, 2000.
  153. "The Good Organization and its Social Responsibilities", paper presented in a three days Workshop on 'Human Values' on Feb. 28, organized by NTPC, Kahalgaon, Feb. 28 to March 1, 2000.
  154. "USA and International Terrorism", paper presented on Feb. 2 in a National Seminar on 'International Terrorism and Human Rights', organized by Human Rights Cell, Faculty of Law, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Feb. 2-3, 2000.
  155. "Multiculturalism and National Integration: Some Conceptual Issues" Keynote Paper presented on Nov. 27 in a National Seminar on 'India on the Threshold of the New Millennium: The Unfinished Agenda and New Concept' organized by G.B. Pant Social Science Institute, Allahabad, November 27-28, 1999.
  156. "Environment, Gender and Development", paper presented on Nov. 26 in a National Seminar on 'Women and Environment' organized by Centre for Women Studies and Development, B.H.U., Varanasi, November 26-27, 1999.
  157. Presented two Keynote Papers entitled "Gandhism and its Relevance" on 17 Nov., 'Women, Liberty and Human Rights' on 19 Nov., 1999, organized by Malviya Centre for Value Education, Banaras Hindu University in a One Month Workshop on 'Values for an Integrated Development of Human Personality'.
  158. "Dynamics of Human Rights: A Feminist Critique", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'The Importance of Human Rights: Need for Fresh Approaches', on October 4, organized by Dept. of Political Science, H.N.B. Garhwal University, Srinagar, October 3-5, 1999.
  159. Presented Keynote Paper as Chief Guest on "Annie Besant's Contribution to Human Civilization: Some Reflections on her Educational Thought" organized by Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya and Theosophical Society, Varanasi on October 1, 1999.
  160. "Voicing the Voiceless: Feminist Agenda for Human Rights Education", paper presented on July 24 in a National Seminar on 'Human Rights Education' on July 24, organized by Human Rights Cell, B.H.U., Varanasi, held at Faculty of Law, B.H.U., Varanasi, July 24-25, 1999.
  161. "Changing Images and Identities of Women", paper presented in a National Workshop on 'Ethnography and the Socio-Economic Development' on April 3, organized by G.B. Pant Social Science Institute, Allahabad, April 3-4, 1999.
  162. "Family, Feminist Theory and Nation Building: A Critical Review", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Family in Contemporary Indian Society: Resilience and Crisis' on March 27, organized by Dept. of Social Work, Lucknow University in collaboration with Indian Social Science Association, March 27-29, 1999.
  163. "Social Justice: A Conceptual Journey from Class to Gender", paper presented on Feb. 24 in a National Seminar on 'Social Justice in Contemporary India: Dialectics of Caste, Class and Gender', organized by Women's College, BHU, Varanasi, Feb. 24-25, 1999.
  164. "Social Values: Women and their Empowerment", paper presented in a National Workshop on 'Mulyankan: Assessment of Values' on August 14, organized by I.I.T., New Delhi, August 14-16, 1998.
  165. "Empowering Women: Myth or Reality" paper presented in a National Seminar on 'The Changing Profile of Women with Special Reference to India during Years of Independence', on Sept. 6, organized by Jagat Taran Girls Degree College, Allahabad, Sept. 6-7, 1998.
  166. "How to Empower Women in India?", paper presented on August 12, in a 'Value Education Workshop', organized by Pragya Foundation, New Delhi, held at Conference Room of IIT, Delhi, August 12-13, 1998.
  167. "Women's Freedom, Culture and Resistance: Third World Perspective", paper presented on March 27 in a National Seminar on 'Feminist Challenges to Social Sciences: A Cross-Cultural Perspective,' organized by MMV, BHU, March 27-28, 1998.
  168. "Gender Issues in Asia" paper presented in the session 'Round Table on Gender Issues in Asia' in the III Conference of the Indian Congress of Asian and Pacific Studies, on March 16, organized by Faculty of Arts, B.H.U., Varanasi, held at the Seminar Hall, Department of Philosophy, BHU, March 16-18, 1998.
  169. "Intellectual Property Rights and Its Socio-Political Implications", paper presented in the panel on 'Intellectual Property Rights' on March 17, in the 'III Conference of the Indian Congress of Asia and Pacific Studies' organized by Faculty of Arts, held at The Seminar Hall, Dept. of Philosophy, BHU, March 16-18, 1998.
  170. "Gender and Politics: Journey from Invisible to Visible", paper presented at a National Conference on 'Empowerment of Women Through Political Participation', on Feb. 7, organized by Centre for Women Studies, Magadh Mahila College, Patna, Feb. 7-8, 1997.
  171. "Women Empowerment and Institutional Alternatives" delivered a lecture on the invitation of 'Institute of Management in Government', Thiruvanantpuram, Kerala, July 23, 1997.
  172. Presented Keynote Paper on "Dilemmas of Liberalism" in the panel on Political Theory at 50th Annual Conference of All India Political Science Association, held at Christian College, Palai, Kerala, July, 1997.
  173. "Indigenous Thought of Mahatma Gandhi: A Great Revolutionary", paper presented at the 50th Annual Conference of All India Political Science Association, held at Palai, Kerela, July, 1997.
  174. "Reconceptualising Child Labour", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Child Labour in Carpet Industry', October, 27, organized by Human Rights Cell, Law College, B.H.U., October 27-28, 1996. Also acted as Chief Rapporteur.
  175. "Women, Environment and Development: A Conceptual Link", paper presented in a National Conference on 'Women, Environment and Development', on August 2, organized by Dept. of Sociology, Lucknow University, Lucknow, August 2-3, 1996.
  176. "Role of Madan Mohan Malviya in National Reconstruction" paper presented in a panel discussion on 'Mahamana's Contribution in Regeneration of India' organized by Mahamana Malaviya Mission, India held at Kala Mandir, Calcutta, on the occasion of National Executive Meeting of Mahamana Malviya Mission, India, January 24, 1996.
  177. Presented Keynote Paper on "Concept of Nationalism in Madan Mohan Malviya" at the invitation of Mahamana Malaviya Mission to celebrate Malviyaji's Birth anniversary, organized by Mahamana Malviya Mission, BHU Unit, Dec. 25, 1995.
  178. "Gandhi's Vision of Man", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Gandhi's Vision of Man' organized by Sambalpur University, Orissa, October 16, 1995.
  179. "Decolonizing Human Rights: A Cross-Cultural Critique" paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Human Rights, Development and Democracy', March 29, jointly organized by Human Rights Cell and Law School, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, March 29-31, 1995. Also acted as Chief Rapporteur.
  180. "Theories and Models of Democracy: Indian Context", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Democracy in South Asia: Recent Trends and Challenges' on March 21, organized by Dept. of Political Science, BHU, Varanasi, March 21-22, 1995.
  181. "Feminist Interpretations of Social Justice", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Social Justice: Problems and Perspectives', organized by National Research Institute of Human Culture, Varanasi, March 5, 1995.
  182. "Concept of Development: Feminist Challenges", paper presented in XVI Annual Conference of Social Science Association on 'Dimensions of Development' on Feb. 10, organized by Kashi Vidyapith, Varanasi, Feb. 10-12, 1995.
  183. "Participatory Democracy: Role of Women", paper presented in a seminar on 'Social Developments: Ideals and Achievements' on December 26, organized by CWSD, B.H.U. Varanasi, December 26-27, 1994.
  184. "Empowering Women: Myth or Reality", paper presented on Nov. 19 in a National Seminar on 'Rural Development and Women's Participation in Politics' organized by U.P. Political Science Association and Kashi Vidyapith, Varanasi, Nov. 19 -21, 1994.
  185. "Participation of Women in Politics", paper presented in a Seminar on 'Reservation Policy for Women in Parliament and Employment', organized by Dr. Lohia Samajwadi Seva Sansthan and Akhil Bhartiya Mahila Vikas Samanavaya Parishad, Varanasi, October 2, 1994.
  186. "Contemporary Political Theory: Trends and Challenges", paper presented as a Working Paper in 49th Annual Conference of Indian Political Science Association on October 6, held at Andhra University, Voltaire (Visakhapatnam), Oct. 6-8, 1994.
  187. "Reflections on Annie Besant's Concept of Nationalism", paper presented in a Workshop on 'Dr. Annie Besant and Indian Culture', organized by Faculty of Arts, B.H.U, March 19, 1994.
  188. "Sarva Dharm Sambhav and Vinoba", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Sarva Dharm Sambhav', Mar. 16, organized by Dept. of Philosophy, BHU, Mar. 16-18, 1994.
  189. "Communalism: A Conceptual Analysis", paper presented in a Seminar on 'Secularism and National Integration' on April 23, held at Gonda, April 22-24, 1993.
  190. "Indian Renaissance and Gandhi", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Philosophical Background of Indian Renaissance', April 19, organized by Dept. of Philosophy, B.H.U., April 19-21, 1993.
  191. "Gandhi as a Political Thinker", paper presented before the Students and Staff of Political Science Dept., BHU, July 31, 1992.
  192. "Political Culture: An Analysis", paper presented on Nov. 21 in a Workshop on 'Politics, Culture and Development', organized by Gandhian Institute of Studies, Rajghat, Varanasi, November 21-22, 1991.
  193. "Ethnicity, The Nation, State and the Third World: A Critique of Critics", paper presented in a Seminar on 'Ethnicity and National Integration' organized by Gandhian Institute of Studies, Rajghat, Varanasi, March 15-17, 1991.
  194. "Dynamic of Indo-U.S. Relations: Perspectives and Prospects for the Coming Decade", Paper presented at Northern Regional Alumni Conference of Fulbright Alumni Association. BHU, Varanasi, October 19, 1991.
  195. "Reconstruction of Polity and Gandhi", paper presented in a National Seminar on 'Democracy, Communal Harmony and Nation Building in India: Gandhian Perspective' on Jan. 29, organized by Centre for Gandhian Studies, Rajasthan University, Jaipur, January 28-30, 1990.
  196. "Some Critical Reflections on Behaviouralism", paper presented in the Panel on the Post-Behavioral Movement in Political Science, on November 4, organized by All India Political Science Association, held at Fergusson College, Pune, November 3-6, 1989.
  197. "Women and Development" paper presented in a Workshop on the 'New Educational Policy Perspective' on November 21, organized by Faculty of Law, BHU, Varanasi, India, Nov 21-22, 1985.
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