Economics Department

Overview | Faculty | Activities

Brief History of Department
Like most other departments, the Department of Economics has been in existence since the inception of the college in 1962. The first lecturer to be appointed was Mr.SriSrikantaradhya, who later left the college and became a Prof . of Mysore university. The legacy of efficiency was continued by Mr. S. Sharanappaa who lead the Dept. for more than 20 years. He published number of text books in Kannada, and retired as the principal of the college.

The department had the services of well-known people like Mr.R.Channabasavaiah, Mr.G.N.Shivashankarappa, Mr. P.G. Prakash all of whom served as principals, before their retirement. Mr. B.N. Ningappa was another dedicated teacher the department saw. Prof. S.Thammajirao, who later joined the department was a creative writer and published several anthologies of short stories and poetry, besides writing text-books economics.He was a well-known name in the field of Kannda literature. Mrs. R.Gayathribai was another remarkable teacher who was on the advisory board of several institutions of higher education and SSY. Ms. K. Krishnakumari also served the department.

Sri, H.R. Dhananjayaheads the department presently, who is also a very active social worker and is involved with the NSS activities of the college. He is ably supported by a young squad of his colleagues, M.C. yogananda and Dr. Ashok S.

Papers Offered at the U G Level:
1. Principles of Micro Economics
2. Principles of Macro Economics
3. Development Economics
4. International Economics
5. Indian Economy
6. Monetary Economics

Special Papers Offered at the U G Level:
1. Public Economics
2. Managerial Economics
3. History of Economic Thought.
4. Agriculture and Rural Economics
5. Fundamentals of Economics
 

Faculty Members

S/N	Faculty	Name	Qualification	Area of Specialization	Contact No.	Email
1		Prof. H.R. Dhanajaya HOD & Associate Professor	M.A. B.Ed., KSET	Banking and Finance & Karnataka Economy	98844735365	hrdhrd344@gmail.com
2		M.C. Yogananda Lecturer	M.A., B.Ed., SLET	Karnataka Economy	8197814193	bhuyogi@gmail.com

 

Activities
S/N	Event	Date	Details	Speaker	Conducted by
1	Special Lecture	14-02-2020	An Analysis of Present GDP of India	Prof. Ravindrakumar,  Associate Professor, Chairman of Department of Economics, PG Centre, Tumkur University	Department of Economics, PAAC, Tiptur
2	Parichai Exhibition 2020	11-1-2020	Parichai Exhibition on Introduction of Economics Subject and displaying of Coins and Currency Notes	Inaguarated by Prof. Rajkumar	Department of Economics, PAAC, Tiptur
3	Special Lecture	15-02-2019	Importance of the Study of Economic Doctrine	Prof. H.S. Prakash, HOD of Economics, Navodaya FGC, C,N. Halli	Department of Economics, PAAC, n>

 

About Pallagatti Adavappa Arts College Tiptur
When the Kalpataru Vidya Samsthe Trust was formed in 1962, to administer Kalpataru College, it offered all the three streams of arts, science and commerce. The college flourished for two decades until the strength exceeded 2,500 students. The college had to be bifurcated according to the directions of the collegiate education. So, an independent college for the Arts and Commerce streams was established in the year 1982 and was named after the founder president and philanthropist, Pallagatti Adavappa, while, the science college retained the name Kalpataru.

KALPATARU VIDYA SAMSTHE (R), TIPTUR (ESTD.1961) :
Kalpataru Vidya Samsthe, an important centre for higher education has dispersed knowledge to the local rural masses for nearly six decades and has grown from strength to strength over these years. KVS is instrumental in putting Tiptur on the map of the academia. Today, the Management is flourishing with eight sister institutions one more reputed than the other.

Message from the principal

Dear students, Faculty and Visitors

It is with immense pride and a deep sense of commitment that I welcome you to Pallagatti Adavappa Arts and Commerce First Grade College, Tiptur an Institution under Kalpataru Vidya Samsthe ® is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, ethical values, and holistic development since its inception in 1962. For over six decades, our college has been a beacon of knowledge, shaping generations of students from rural area into responsible and accomplished individuals. [In 1982 because of huge strength the Kalpataru College got bifurcated as Pallagatti Adavappa Arts and Commerce First Grade College and Kalpataru Science College].

Guided by our vision of “Education for Wisdom, Conduct, and Livelihood,” we aspire to cultivate an environment where learning transcends classrooms, empowering students with intellectual depth, professional competence and moral integrity. Our mission is to make quality education accessible to all, nurturing individuals who are not only knowledgeable but also socially responsible and culturally refined.

In an era of rapid global transformations, we take pride in offering a green campus, a digitalized library, experiential learning through NSS, Scouts and Guides, Red Cross and cutting –edge add-on course like Tally Solutions, ensuring that our students are equipped with both traditional wisdom and modern skills. Our mentoring system and expert faculty provide personalized guidance, fostering a culture of curiosity, critical thinking and a lifelong learning.

Recognizing the importance of career opportunities, our institution has started organizing Job fair bringing together leading recruiters and aspiring professionals under one roof so that it bridges the gap between academia and industry, helping students transition seamlessly into the professional word.

As a college with rich legacy, we have consistently adapted to the changing educational landscape while preserving our core values. Education at our institute is not just about academic success- it is about building character, fostering leadership and inspiring innovation. We encourage our students to dream beyond boundaries, embrace challenges and contribute meaningfully to society.

As we continue this journey of enlightenment and progress, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our faculty, students, alumni, and stakeholders who contribute to the legacy of our institution. I invite you to explore our website and be part of this vibrant academic community.

Together, let us strive for excellence, wisdom, and a future rich in possibilities.

Warm Regards,
Dr Vijaya Kumari TR
Principal
Pallagatti Adavappa Arts and Commerce First Grade College, Tiptur

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