Dr. Ravi J. Khangai
Dr. Ravi J. Khangai
Academic and Historian
| Position | Associate Professor and Head |
|---|---|
| Department | History and Archaeology |
| Institution | Central University of Karnataka |
| School | School of Social and Behavioural Sciences |
| Ph.D. | Jiwaji University, Gwalior |
| Research Interests | Indian history, Bhakti Movement, Mahabharata |
| ravikhangai@cuk.ac.in | |
| Location | Kalaburagi, Karnataka, India |
Dr. Ravi J. Khangai is an academic associated with the Department of History and Archaeology at the Central University of Karnataka, India. He serves as an Associate Professor and Head of the department in the School of Social and Behavioural Sciences. His academic qualifications, professional experience and research activities include the study of Indian history, the Bhakti Movement of Maharashtra and historical themes in the Mahabharata.
Academic Profile
Dr. Ravi J. Khangai is based at the Central University of Karnataka, Kadaganchi, Aland Road, Kalaburagi, Karnataka, India. His academic career includes teaching positions at institutions in Tripura, Maharashtra and Karnataka. He has also participated in research projects and received fellowships related to Indian historical and cultural studies.
Education and Qualifications
Dr. Khangai's educational qualifications and certificates include:
- Online Certificate Course in Hinduism Through Its Scriptures — Harvard, 2016; reported score: 97%.
- Online Certificate Course in Mahabharata and Ramayana — Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, Oxford, United Kingdom, 2016; reported score: 68%.
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) — Jiwaji University, Gwalior, India, 2007. Research topic: Bhakti Movement of Maharashtra.
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) — Jiwaji University, Gwalior, India, 2003; reported score: 79%.
- National Eligibility Test (NET) — University Grants Commission, India, 2002.
- Master of Arts (M.A.) in History — Jiwaji University, Gwalior, India, 2002; reported score: 65.4%.
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) — Punjab University, India, 1997; reported score: 69.3%.
- Class XII — Maharashtra State Board, India, 1993; reported score: 75%.
- Mechanical Engineering qualification — Certificate stated to be equivalent to a degree in Mechanical Engineering, awarded by the Indian Air Force, 2006.
Academic Distinctions
The academic distinctions reported by Dr. Khangai include:
- Divisional Board topper in Class XII.
- Second topper at the university level in the M.A. programme.
Professional Experience
Dr. Khangai's professional experience includes service in the Indian Air Force and academic appointments at several educational institutions.
| Period | Position or Activity | Institution |
|---|---|---|
| 1991–2006 | Served in the Indian Air Force | Indian Air Force |
| 2006–2008 | Teacher | Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya |
| 2008–2013 | Assistant Professor | Ambedkar College, Fatikroy, Government of Tripura |
| 2013–2023 | Assistant Professor | Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University |
| June 2023 onwards | Associate Professor and Head | Central University of Karnataka |
During his service in the Indian Air Force, he was awarded the Operation Vijay Medal for participation in the Kargil action, according to the supplied biographical information.
Fellowships
Dr. Khangai has reported receiving the following research fellowships:
- Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) Post-Doctoral Fellowship, 2012–2013 — Research topic: Varnasankara (mixing of castes) in the Mahabharata.
- Foundation for Indian Historical and Cultural Research (FIHCR) Senior Research Fellowship, 2025–2026 — Research topic: Ecodharma in the Mahabharata.
Research Projects, Grants and Consultancy
His reported research projects, grants and professional activities include:
- Minor Research Project sponsored by the University Grants Commission (UGC), 2015 — Research topic: Aborigines in the Mahabharata. Reported grant amount: ₹150,000.
- Research project sponsored by Sanskriti, North Eastern Institute of Culture and Religion, Guwahati, 2016 — Research topic: Darlongs of Tripura: Their Aspirations and Achievements. Reported grant amount: ₹50,000.
- Travel grant — Partial travel assistance of ₹37,000 from Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University for attending a conference in the United States.
- Subject Matter Expert, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) — Reported engagement beginning in 2020.
- Subject Expert, Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), New Delhi — Reported subject-expert association.
Research Interests
Based on the research topics and academic activities listed in the supplied biography, his areas of academic interest include:
- Indian history and historical studies.
- The Bhakti Movement of Maharashtra.
- Historical and cultural themes in the Mahabharata.
- Caste and social structures in ancient Indian literature.
- Ecodharma and environmental perspectives in Indian traditions.
- Indigenous communities and the history of Tripura.
Contact Information
Institutional Address:
Department of History and Archaeology
School of Social and Behavioural Sciences
Central University of Karnataka
Kadaganchi, Aland Road
Kalaburagi – 585 311
Karnataka, India
Email:
Telephone: +91 84460 00912
References
- Institutional faculty profile and university records should be consulted to verify the current designation, appointments and academic qualifications.
- Fellowship award records and research-project documentation may be used to verify the listed fellowships, grants and research topics.
- Official records from the relevant institutions may be used to establish the details of the academic appointments and military service.
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