Programme Description
The Ph.D. in Human Rights is a specialized research programme under the School of Arts & Humanities. It is designed for scholars to engage in original research that contributes to the global discourse on social justice, legal protections, and the advancement of human dignity.
Primary Research Thrust Areas:
Scholars are encouraged to explore advanced frameworks in international and domestic human rights landscape:
- International Human Rights Law and Global Governance
- Rights of Vulnerable Groups (Women, Children, and Refugees)
- Conflict Resolution, Transitional Justice, and Peace-building
- Socio-Economic Rights and Development Ethics
A.) Registration & Admission Fees (One-time Only)
- Prospectus & Form: 1500.00
- Registration Fee: 1000.00
- Admission Fee: 6000.00
- Caution Money (Refundable): 10000.00
B.) Admission Fee per Semester
- 1st Installment (1st Sem): Rs. 4800/-
- Subsequent Installments: As per University Norms
Research Facilities & Scholar Support
- Human Rights Resource Center: Access to international legal databases and case study archives.
- Field Advocacy: Institutional support for research with NGOs and Human Rights Commissions inside or outside Manipur.
- Government Scholarship: Support available for eligible doctoral candidates through central and state research fellowships.
- Publication Support: Mentorship for scholars to publish original research in high-impact international law journals.
Eligibility & Duration
- Eligibility: Postgraduate degree in Law, Social Sciences, or relevant discipline
- Duration: 3-5 Years
Admission is based on academic merit, a research entrance test, and a personal interview to discuss the research proposal and methodology.
Download the Ph.D. Human Rights research guidelines and coursework handbook.
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