Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh (http://www.amu.nic.in/)
Muslim university founded in 1875 as the Mohammadan Anglo Oriental College, and was for many years the most prominent Islamic college in India. The site provides information about courses of study, faculties and departments, and the admission process. Much of the site under construction when reviewed.
AsiaSource: AsiaEXPERTS - A resource of the Asia Society (http://www.asiasource.org/experts/)
The AsiaExperts database gives information on specialists in Asian culture, arts, history, and society. Profiles list individual's areas of expertise, publications, contact information, and more.
Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune (India) (http://www.iknowledgefactory.com/bvp/)
Founded in 1964 as an educational institution for students from primary through university levels, primarily in Maharashtra. In 1995 it became an accredited university by the University Grants Commission. The curriculum of the school focuses on medicine, law, and social sciences. The site includes information on the school's Institute on Environmental Education and Research.
Bombay Natural History Society (http://www.bnhs.org/)
Established in 1883, as one of the largest NGOs in India engaged in nature conservation research. Component agencies include ENVIS Centre for Avian Ecology and Inland Wetlands, Environmental Impact Assessment Cell, The Sa�lim Ali Nature Conservation Fund, Sa�lim Ali Loke Wan Tho Ornithological Research Fund, Conservation Committee, University of Mumbai, and the Conservation Education Centre. The site provides the scope and project descriptions of each component.
Centre for Development Studies, Trivandrum, Kerala, India (http://www.cds.edu/)
The Centre for Development Studies is a social science research institution established in 1971. Its purpose is to promote research, teaching and training in disciplines related to development with an emphasis on issues in Kerala. Research areas of the university include fisheries, agriculture, industry, poverty, health, nutrition, education, gender, and environment. The site includes background on the Centre, abstracts of sponsored research projects, and information about the faculty, library, and lists of publications.
Centre for Ecological Sciences (http://ces.iisc.ernet.in/)
Research institute which studies "basic and applied ecology." The site offers information about the Institute, a discussion group on sustainable forest use, online access to the journal Current Science from August 1998, and an ecclectic list of links under "Miscellaneous."
Children's Book Trust (http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/)
India's largest children's publisher, Children's Book Trust of India was founded in 1957 in Delhi. CBT also operates a library, the Indraprastha Press, a doll museum, a children's center, sponsors international writing and painting contests for children, and publishes a children's magazine, "Children's World." The site describes their operations with photos and pictures of book covers along with ordering information. Some of the titles are in Hindi.
Department of Education, Government of India (http://www.education.nic.in/htmlweb/main.htm)
Provides extensive information about the department, education and educational policies of India. Features organizational and personnel information, policy documents, statistics, learning materials for education levels, publications, and education profiles of states. Also includes sections for education levels: elementary, secondary, higher, and adult education. Some information available in Hindi.
ERNET India (http://www.eis.ernet.in/)
Government Internet server which provides services to facilitate exchange between Indian universities and research institutions. Includes links to major universities and research institutions and a long list of links to universities worldwide. The websites can be searched directly from the ERNET homepage.
Education Times (http://www.educationtimes.com/)
On-line version of the Times of India supplement on education that provides news and essays on education in India as well as higher education in Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom and the United States.
The Goethals Indian Library and Research Society (http://www.goethals.org/)
Library of mainly 18th and 19th century books and periodicals started by Paul Goethals, Jesuit Archbishop of Calcutta from 1886 to 1901 and donated to St. Xavier's College 1908. The library currently contains 18,663 volumes. Features subject catalogs, bibliographies (some annotated) and book lists on a wide range of topics: voyages and travels, history, biographies, folklore, astronomy, flora and fauna, geology, language and literature, archaeology, education, religion, philosophy, law, medicine, government and administration in India and other Asian countries. Arrangement within subgroups is alphabetical by title. Not all of the library holdings are included in these guides. Includes articles by the current director, Felix Raj.
Government of India directory of official web sites (http://www.goidirectory.nic.in)
Basic directory of the Government of India including Parliament, ministries and departments, the states and union territories, taskforces, councils, banking, financial, and insurance institutions, Indian missions abroad, government organizations, and central government-funded education institutions.
Govind Ballabh Pant Social Science Institute (http://www.gbpssi.com/)
Institute founded in 1980 by the Indian Council of Social Science Research, Govt. of India, and the Government of Uttar Pradesh. The Institute focuses on "socio-economic development, popular culture, public policies and social technologies of modernity." It provides academic and professional training, guidance, consultancy and research feedback to scholars, agencies, institutions and government organizations concerned with development. The site provides background on the Institute, its leadership, partners and library services. Includes information about academic centers and faculty, "Sakshi" newsletter (archived since April 1999), the Museum of Ethnography and Development, list of project reports, 1990-1999.
Greentech Foundation (http://www.greentech.org/)
NGO based in Delhi promoting research and development, training, education in environment management and pollution control of waste management. The organization conducts seminars, workshops, and exhibitions.
Harini Nature Conservation Foundation (http://www.angelfire.com/fl/bharatbhushan/)
Non-profit organization established December 1994 to create a forum for environmental protection and awareness, promote nature conservation, sponsor environmental education, and undertake research on the ecology, conservation and equitable management of the environment. Projects include the Centre For Zoo Planning And Management, Centre For Environmental Audit And Management, Training Programmes Courses on Environmental Journalism. Newsletter available online.
India International Centre (http://iic.freehosting.net/)
NGO that provides a forum for international exchange of cultural knowledge and expression. The Centre organizes talks, discussions and symposia between scholars and leaders from India and abroad. Includes brief information about the Centre's administration, library, film forums, publications, and facilities. Library catalog available online through the Delhi Library Network.
Indian Association of Social Science Institutions (http://www.iassi.nic.in/)
Collective body of universities and research institutions, involved in teaching, research and related activities in the social sciences. The Association facilitates and promotes research and training activities and cooperation among institutions for information exchange, workshops and conferences, and publication of books and reports. The site includes background on the Association, its origin, organization, objectives, activities, and lists member institutions and publications.
Indian Institute of Advanced Study (http://www.iias.org/)
Humanities institute set up by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India in Simla in 1964 for academic research in Indian culture, comparative religion, and social and natural sciences. The site provides profile and history of the Institute and information about academic programs, administration, lists and abstracts of publications, and the library.
Indian Institute of Forest Management (http://www.iifm.org/)
Management-training institute established in 1982 in Bhopal to develop knowledge useful for managers in the areas of forestry, environment, and natural resources management and allied sectors. Offers degree programs and undertakes consultancy work for national and international clients from government, industry and other allied sectors. Website gives information on the institute's events, mailing list, and publications, research, and seminars. "Data Bank" links to a large categorized collection of statistics, reports, and documents.
Indian Institute of Mass Communication (http://www.iimc.ac.in/)
National institute for training, teaching and research in mass communication founded in 1965. The Institute is an autonomous center fully funded by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Govt. of India. Provides profile of IIMC and information about its training programs including post-graduate diploma courses in journalism and advertising and public relations, diploma course in development journalism for nonaligned and other developing countries, orientation course for Indian Information Service and short term courses. Also includes information about faculty, research, the library, and publications.
Indira Gandhi Open National University (http://www.ignou.edu)
University in New Delhi founded in 1985 with a mission to democratize higher education and is a pioneer in distance education in India. The site provides extensive information on the institution, information about the schools and divisions, class assignments, and publications including magazines and newsletters (some archived).
Institute of Economic Growth (http://ieg.nic.in/vsieg/index%7E1.htm)
New Delhi-based research and educational institute founded in 1958 that conducts and promotes research and training in economics and related subjects. The site provides information about the Institute's mission, staff, lists of publications, projects, activities, and library. Includes reports and papers (some available in PDF format).
International Institute for Population Sciences (http://www.iipsindia.org/)
Institute in Bombay which studies demographics issues, offering graduate level coursework in population sciences and conducts research and training programs. The site features courses offered, faculty information, background on research and training programs, and semiannual newsletter (archived since 2000; in PDF format). Lists titles in research monograph series.
Jamia Millia Islamia (http://jmi.nic.in/index.htm)
University founded in Aligarh in 1920 by nationalist leaders and moved to Delhi in 1925. the site contains a history of the institution and information about faculties and departments, university centers, research, and courses of study.
Jawaharlal Nehru University (http://www.jnu.ac.in/)
Presents information about the university, courses of study, research schools, and library. Includes a list of journals in the library section. All issues of electronic journal, "Matrix : the e-journal of international relations," available. Some information available in Hindi.
Kerala Sastra Sahitya Parishad (http://www.south-asian-initiative.org/kssp/pres.htm)
A left-oriented peoples' science literature organization, which has a large mass base and is involved in agitative, educative and constructive activities in areas such as environment, health, education, energy, development, literacy, and microplanning. The site details the various activities, institutions run by the organization, and lists of publications.
Lalit Kala Akademi (http://www.lalitkala.org.in/intromer.htm)
Founded in 1953 by the Department of Culture, Government of India as an autonomous body, the Akademi promotes and coordinates study and research in the fields of creative visual arts. Includes brief descriptions of the Akademi and its regional centres, lists of publications with abstracts, and a searchable database of artists. Several of the pages were under construction when reviewed.
Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (http://www.msub.edu)
Maharajah Sayajirao Gaekwad established Baroda College in 1880, and a succession of additional institutions of higher education followed over the next 50 years, including the famed Oriental Institute. In 1949 these institutions were brought together as the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. The site provides a history of the liberal arts university and information about faculties and institutions. Several pages under construction when reviewed.
National literacy policies (http://www.accu.or.jp/litdbase/policy/index.htm)
"This National Literacy Policy shows organisation structure, policies and strategies of the national government literacy agencies of the countries listed below."
Prepare (http://www.pcsadvt.com/prepare/index.htm)
NGO established in 1985, based in Madras to work with the tribal and Dalit peoples in Orissa, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu primarily in the area of education to deal with people's rights and preventing man-made disasters. Activities also include environmental issues, women's rights, sustainable agriculture, HIV/AIDS awareness and health. Website provides detailed information on projects and online access to newsletter.
Sahitya Akademi (http://www.sahitya-akademi.org/sahitya-akademi/)
National literary center founded in 1954 by the Government of India to foster and coordinate literary activities in all Indian languages. Includes brief history of the organization and information about books and journals, literary activities, projects, library, and achievements.
Sangeet Natak Akademi (http://www.sangeetnatak.org/)
Sangeet Natak Akademi, the National Academy of Music, Dance and Drama, was established by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India in 1952. The site includes background information, programs, list of publications (books and journals), archive of video and audio excerpts and photos, and list of award recipients (1952-1997).
Sri Venkateswara University (http://svuni.ap.nic.in/)
Presents the university with links to admission, academics, affiliated colleges, exams, colleges, distance education, college of engineering, facilities, phones, photo gallery, computer center, exams and results, general and contact information about ehr university.
Students Islamic Organization of India (http://www.sioindia.com/index.shtml)
Large organization which promotes education issues amongst Muslims in India, with 1,900 chapters. The site contains information on the organization, press releases, articles and essays of interest to Muslim students, and an on-line chat room.
Tamilnadu Corporation for Development of Women, Ltd. (http://www.tamilnaduwomen.org/)
Incorporated in 1983 and funded by Government of Tamil Nadu and Government of India, the corporation strives to enhance the economic empowerment of women in Tamil Nadu state through programs providing credit for small businesses, vocational training, and a women's welfare center. Activities are coordinated with selected nongovernmental organizations and other training institutions. The site offers a large amount of information on the organization's, structure, activities, events, etc. and includes many reports (.doc format) and a long page of links to related organizations.
University Grants Commission (http://www.ugc.ac.in/)
"National body for the coordination, determination and maintenance of standards of University education." Established by the Govt. of India in 1956. The site includes background information on the Commission, list of regional officers, regulations and guidelines, and a list of universities arranged by state.
University of Hyderabad (http://www.uohyd.ernet.in/)
Major university founded in 1974. The site includes an overview on the university and basic information about the schools, departments and centers.
V.V. Giri National Labour Institute (http://www.vvgnli.org/)
Labor organization that conducts and assists in organizing, training, and education programs, coordinates research, analyzes problems encountered in planning and implementing labor programs, and maintains library and information services. Areas of research include labor market studies, employment relations and regulations, and agrarian relations and rural labor studies. The Institute also houses the National Research Centre on Labour Information and the National Research Centre for Child Labor. The site includes lists of publications and details of training programs.
Working Women's Forum (India) (http://www.workingwomensforum.org/index1.htm)
Initiated in 1978 Working Women's Forum is an organization of poor women workers seeking to reverse the oppressions of caste, class and gender. Based in Chennai and operating mostly in southern India, programs include unionization, a credit cooperative network, reproductive and child health services, vocational training, child labor, leadership training. The site includes some statistical information on WWF's programs and membership.
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