Department of Home Science

Faculty Members
Programs offered
Department Activities
STUDENT
ACHIEVEMENTS

Name: Dr. Richa Chaturvedi

Assistant Professor & Head

Qualification: M.Sc.-Home Science (Foods & Nutrition), Ph.D.- Foods & Nutrition NET-JRF

Experience: 11 Years

Awards & Recognition

Master Trainer – Indian Knowledge System (IKS Division, MoE, GOI & UGC)
Felicitated with Ýoung Leaders in Nutrition award on 3rd March 2023 during International Conference on Future of Food: Food Safety,Sustainability, Diversity and Industry organized by RUSA 2.0 Thematic Project 10, Department of Home Science, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur.
Invited as a speaker in panel discussion on एक युद्ध कैंसर के विरुद्ध on 4th February 2023 organized by ISLS, IDA (Rajasthan Chapter) and NetProFaN (Rajasthan Chapter)
Invited as a speaker in plenary session Importance of Biofortification- A sustainable tool to reduce micronutrient malnutrition, a part of Workshop on Biofortification organized by FICCI and Syngenta Foundation India on 22nd July 2022.
Prerna Samman on 08/03/2021 by Akhil Bhartiya TerapanthMahila Mandal
Secretary- Indian Dietetic Association, Rajasthan Chapter
Co-convenor, NetProFaN, Rajasthan Chapter
Master trainer SNF@Home, FSSAI
Life Member-Nutrition Society of India
Life Member-IAPEN

Publications:

Richa Chaturvedi, Naavya Dangi and Nimali Singh (2023) CIBTech Journal of Zoology Factors Affecting Anthropometric Indices, Body Composition And Weight Reduction *Richa Chaturvedi1, Naavya Dangi2 and Nimali ISSN: 2319–3883 Online, International Journal, Available at http://www.cibtech.org/cjz.htm 2023 Vol.12, 317-322/Richa et al. Research Article (Open Access)
Richa Chaturvedi and Nimali Singh (2017) Ascent International Journal for Research Analysis Impact of micronutrient intake on weight reduction in women. 32.1-32.7
Richa Chaturvedi and Nimali Singh (2016) International Journal of Current Research Factors associated with weight loss and changes in body composition in a commercial weight reduction. 35698-35701
Richa Chaturvedi and Nimali Singh (2016) Journal of Indian Dietetic Association Metabolically healthy but obese or metabolically obese but normal weight: Debate on Health.
Chapter 14: Healthy Diets Everywhere:227-247 In: Agarwal., P and Mathur, P.(Editors) (2020) Eat Right : A Food Systems Approach. Published by: Eat Right Foundation

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Name: Dr. Rachana Goswami

Assistant Professor

Qualification: M.Sc. -Home Science (Extension & Development Communication), Ph.D. - (Extension & Development Communication) UGC-NET

Experience: 11 Years

Felicitation, Awards & Membership

Life member of Home Science Association of India membership number: 13/RJ/G-1/L
Star Global Teachers Award (Sep 2022) felicitated by Jeewan Jagriti Foundation.
Guest of Honour in NSS Seven day Camp (2018-19) Shri Khandelwal Vaish PG Girls College,Jaipur
Best Paper Award (November 2017) International Conference on Commerce, Management Social Science and Science Organized by Navbharat Memorial Foundation in association with LBS PG College, Jaipur on.
Young Achievers Award (December, 2017) conferred by Indian Trailblazer Women Award.
Young Scientist Award (December 19th-21st, 2013) Conferred by XXX Biennial Conference of Home Science Association of India. Theme: 100 Years of Home Science Retrospect and Prospects. Organized by Home Science Association of India, Gujarat Branch. Hosted By Faculty of Family and Community Sciences The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda Vadodara.

Published Book

Rachana Goswami & Ruby Jain, (2015) “Handloom in Early 21st Century”, ISBN No. 978-3-659-76104-1 Lambert Academic Publishing trademark of: Omni Scriptum GmbH & Co. KG, Germany.

Research Paper Publication

Presented poster (12th & 13th March 2024) on “Sustainability in Handloom Industry” at the Two Days national conference on ‘Sustainable Strategies for Improving Holistic Well being held at the Department of Home Science, University of Rajasthan,Jaipur
Dr.Rachana Goswami & Dr.Ruby Jain, (Oct-Dec 2023)”Analysis of Weaving Industry and Its Constraints in Jaipur District of Rajasthan”. International Journal of Education, Modern Management, Applied Science & Social Science (IJEMMASSS) ISSN : 2581-9925, Impact Factor: 6.882, Volume 05, No. 04(I), Pp. 117-221
Presented paper( 13th -14th March 2023) on “Challenges of women handloom weavers caused by irregular working hours” Two day National Conference on Work Life Balance and well-being of Working Women in changing Social Dynamics organized by Department of Home Science,Mahila Mahavidyalaya Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
Dr.Rachana Goswami (2023) “Possibilities of empowering women in Handloom Industry.” Dimensions of Gender in Women Empowerment. ISBN 978-93-90660-65-0 Satish Serial Publishing House, Delhi.
Dr.Rachana Goswami (April, 2022) “Employability issues in Handloom sector.” Full length paper published Innovation and New Challenges. Vimarsh-2022.ISBN No. 978-93-92267-05-5.
Dr.Rachana Goswami & Dr.Ruby Jain (February 2015) “Employment of Women in Handloom Industry: Problems & Prospects”. Full length paper published Women in the 21st Century: Working towards Empowerment, sponsored by Indian Council of Social Science Research.ISBN No.978-93-84298-19-7. Broadway Publishing House, Goa. pp 243-244.
Ruby Jain & Rachana Goswami (June,2013) “Awareness, A Determinant of Socio Demography of Handloom Weavers Associated With Rajasthan Rajya Bunker Sahkari Sangh of Jaipur District.”Indian Streams Research Journal, Solapur.ISSN 2230-7850 Vol 3, Issue 5.

Name: Ms. Anjali Jalu

Assistant Professor

Qualification: Pursuing Ph.D., M.Sc. -Home Science (Human Development)

Experience: 6 Years

Laboratory and Support Staff

Name: Mr. Jagdish Prasad Jagrawal

Laboratory. Assistant

Qualification: B.A.-B.Ed

Experience: 13 Years

Undergraduate Courses

NEP-2020

B.Sc. - Home Science – Year Degree Course

Part -I
	Semester -I	Semester -II
Paper-I	Communication & Extension	Fundamental of Nutrition & Food Science
Paper –II	Resource Management	Foundation of Human Development
Paper -III	Fashion Studies	Fundamental of Textiles

Part -II
	Semester -III	Semester -IV
Paper-I	Entrepreneurship Management	Public Health Nutrition
Paper –II	Life Span Development	Elementary Design in Housing
Paper -III	Nutrition for the Family	Teaching & Learning in Extension

B.A. – Pass Course (Optional Subject: Home Science)

Part -I
	Semester -I	Semester -II
Paper	Family Resources Management	Food and Nutrition

Part -II
	Semester -III	Semester -IV
Paper	Human Development	Textile & Clothing

Programme Outcomes:

Understand the basic concepts of foods and nutrition, human development, family resource management, extension education & communication and textiles and clothing.
Understand and apply the basic concepts in of Home Science in daily life
Develop a scientific approach in solving day-to-day problems.

Career Opportunities: After completing a 3-year degree course in B.Sc.-Home Science students can pursue career in the fields of –

Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Sports Nutrition, Weight Management Counselors, Public Health Nutrition, Food Safety and Quality, Food Product Development.
Fashion Designers, Textile Designers, Merchandisers, Boutique owners, Quality controllers.
NGO Managers, Subject Matter Specialist, IEC Content Developers, Entrepreneurs
Early childhood educators, Special child educators, Marriage counselors, Counselors in Schools and Corporate, Activity planners and toy designers for children

Event Managers, Ergonomic Designers for Furniture and Work Space, Interior designers, Organic farming, Kitchen gardeners

Skill Enhancement Courses

Certificate in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics (Affiliated to University of Rajasthan) Course objectives: To develop an understanding of Human Anatomy,Physiology and Basics of meal planning. Career Opportunities: Weight management clinics & Gymnasium.

Duration	1 Year
Eligibility	10+2 (Any Faculty)
Fee	Rs. 5000/-
Coordinator	Dr. Richa Chaturvedi (7849826045)
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Diploma in Fashion Design Course Objective: To provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to design, create, and market fashion products and collections, while also understanding the industry's business aspects. Career opportunities: Fashion Designer, Merchandiser cum designer, fashion stylist, freelancer, fashion illustrator, boutique owner.

Duration	1 Year
Eligibility	10+2 (Any Faculty)
Fee	Rs. 30,000/-
Coordinator	Dr. Rachana Goswami (8824149668)
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Certificate in Interior Design Course Objective: To understand basics of colour theory and space designing. Career opportunities: Entrepreneurship, Freelance.

Duration	3 Months (180 Hours)
Eligibility	10+2 (Any Faculty)
Fee	Rs. 7,000/-
Coordinator	Dr. Rachana Goswami (8824149668)
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CERTIFICATE IN DYEING & PRINTING Course Objective:To develop knowledge & skill of fabric dyeing and printing. Career opportunities: Entrepreneurship, Freelance, Hobby classes

Duration	15 Days(30 Hours)
Eligibility	10+2 (Any Faculty)
Fee	Rs. 2000/-
Coordinator	Dr. Rachana Goswami (8824149668)
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CERTIFICATE IN FOOD PRESERVATION Course Objective: To develop knowledge & skill of food preservation by making jams.jellies, sauces etc. Career opportunities: Entrepreneurship, Freelance & Hobby classes.

Duration	1 Month (60 hours)
Eligibility	10+2 (Any Faculty)
Fee	Rs. 5000/-
Coordinator	Dr. Rachana Goswami (8824149668)
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CERTIFICATE IN EVENT MANAGEMENT Course Objective: To Understand basics of Event Planning. Career opportunities: Enterpreneurship, Freelance and Event Management companies.

Duration	1 Month (45 hours)
Eligibility	10+2 (Any Faculty)
Fee	Rs. 5000/-
Coordinator	Dr. Rachana Goswami (8824149668)
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CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATIONAL TOY MATERIAL DESIGNING Course Objective: To understand the concept of Human development and designing of educational material. Career opportunities: Entrepreneurship, Freelance and companies involved in development of educational material.

Duration	45 Days (90 hours)
Eligibility	10+2 (Any Faculty)
Fee	Rs. 7000/-
Coordinator	Dr. Rachana Goswami (8824149668)
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DIPLOMA IN CLINICAL NUTRITION & DIETETICS( Affiliated to University of Rajasthan) Course Objective:To develop a better understanding of clinical Nutrition & Dietetics and problems in human nutrition and internship. Career opportunities: Dietetic Assistant, Public health nutritionist, weight management clinics & gymnasium.

Duration	1 Year
Eligibility	Certificate in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics or B.Sc Home Science
Fee	Rs. 10,000/-
Coordinator	Dr. Richa Chaturvedi (7849826045)
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ADVANCE DIPLOMA IN CLINICAL NUTRITION & DIETETICS( Affiliated to University of Rajasthan) Course Objective: To develop a better understanding of clinical Nutrition & Dietetics and community nutrition. Career opportunities: Dietetic Assistant, Public health nutritionist, Hospital Dietetics, weight management clinics and Gymnasium.

Duration	1 Year
Eligibility	Diploma in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics or M.Sc Food & Nutrition
Fee	Rs. 15,000/-
Coordinator	Dr. Richa Chaturvedi (7849826045)
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Session 2024-25

S.No.	Name of Activity
1	Educational visit to DISHA Foundation, Centre for Special Education on 27/1/2025.
2	Educational visit to Nila House,NGO working for Indigo & Natural dyeing for Home Science & GPEM students on 9/1/2025.
3	Extension Lecture on Basics of Accounting on (18th Dec 2024) by Dr.Vishnupriya Temani,Dept of ABST,Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidhylaya,Jaipur.
4	Student Presentation of B.A (Home Science) & B.Sc Home Science on 16th-17th Dec 2024.
5	Student Workshop on 14/12/2024 on Menstrual Hygiene & Personality Development sponsored by Proctor & Gamble, Conducted by Y Connect. The session was led by Ravina Choudhary, a soft skill trainer from Edunet Foundation
6	One week (16-22 Oct, 2024) Workshop on Dyeing & Printing (Block Printing, Screen Printing & Batik). The workshop was conducted by Miss Anjali Jalu,Asst Prof,Department of Home Science science,Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Jaipur
7	Three days(September 26-28,2024) Discussion & Expression on Myths & Mythologies of Rajasthan by Department of Sociology & Home Science.
8	Celebration of National Nutrition Month(1st-30th September 2024) in association with IDA & NetProFan ,Rajasthan Chapter Growth monitoring (Height,Weight & MUAC)of preschoolers Maple tree International school and day boarding of 3-7 years of age of 100 students along with parents Counseling by Dr Richa Chaturvedi Head Dept of Home Science Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Jaipur

Session 2023-24

S.No	Name of Activity
1	A Four day (12th-15th Feb 2024) Exhibition of "Home Science & Garment Production" was organised by students of B.Sc Home Science & B.A.during Kasturi (Inter College) Youth Festival.
2	On 20/12/2023 Demonstration on Clay Modelling,Carpeting & Paper Craft was conducted by Mr.Babu Lal Bhatt,Professional artist & Entrepreneur. About 25 students participated.
3	On 18/10/23 Pidilite Fevicryl Expert Anuradha Mathur conducted a Workshop on Cold technique of Tye & Dye. Students learnt marbling, fan folding & roller technique . A Demonstration by Usha International on Care & Maintenance of Sewing Machine & Machine Embroidery was given.
4	To Celebrate National Nutrition Month Department of Home Science in association with IDA & Netrprofan, Rajasthan Chapters & Amritansh Foundation"Demonstration on Microgreens" was organised on 23rd Sept 2023. Resource person was Mr. Anand Mani Shukla Founder & CEO Amritansh Foundation
5	Students of B.Sc Home Science visited India Interior Expo 2023 on 19th August 2023 at Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur. They explored the world of Architecture & Interior Designing,
6	To celebrate International Breastfeeding week (1st-7th Aug 2023).An interactive Session on was organized on 5th August 2023 with Dr.Vandana Garg,Founder, Jijeevisha on the theme Sustaining Futures: Educating our role in Breast Feeding.

Session 2022-23

S.No	Name of Activity
1	POSHAN SAMVAD - For nutrition awareness combined with anemia detection and distribution of iron and folic acid tablets . Organized on 16th September 2022 in association with National Health Mission, Evident Nutrition, Indian Dietetic Association, Rajasthan Chapter and NetProFaN, Rajasthan Chapter.
2	Visit to Government Senior Secondary School Saipura with NSS Unit of College on 17th September 2022 to create awareness on health, nutrition, hyigene and sanitation
3	Extension Lecture on Therpeutic Nutrition on 10th December 2022. Resource Person Prof. Nimali Singh, Syndicate Member, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur
4	Industrial visit to textile printing units in Sanganer on 14th December 2022
5	Home Science Exhibition on 11th & 12th February 2023
6	DAKSH - Science of Modern Homes - A 3 day workshop-cum-seminar was organized from 9th to 11 th February 2023
	- Day 1- 9th Feb 2023 - Inaugural Function followed by Workshop on baking and choclate making by Chef Gaurav and team from IHMCS
	- Day 2 -10th Feb 2023 Session on Programme Planning for Development by Ms. Shailja Minocha, Head, Home Science Department, Bhawani Niketan College, followed by demonstration of Tie and Dye and Block Printing techniques by students of B.Sc.-Home Science Part 2 students.
	- Day 3 - 11th Feb 2023 Dr. Namita Soni, Director, Maple Tree Pre-school, enlightened students Creative Leraning Aids for Child Development followed by a session on Ergonomics in Daily Life by Ms. Nehal Bader, Architect. Students performed a Nukkad Natak on'Sahi Poshan Desh Roshan' in the valedictory programme.

Session 2021-22

S.No	Name of Activity
1	On the Occasion of World Breast-Feeding week,Inter college E-Poster competition was organized from 01-07 August 2021 in association with Indian Dietetic association & NetProFan (Rajasthan Chapter).
2	A Virtual extension lecture was organized on 27th Aug 2021 on NGO Management. The guest speaker for the session was Dr. Archana Raj Singh, Former, Dean College of Home Science, Swami Keshawanand Rajasthan Agricultural University, Bikaner
3	An Online extension lecture on Effective Designing of Visual Aid was conducted on 4thDec 2021 by Dr.Aparna Khanna, Associate Professor, Dept of Development Communication & Extension Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi.
4	A Virtual extension lecture was organized on Social Institute Part I- Family on 31st Jan 2022.The resource person was Dr.Mohita Chaturvedi,Head, Dep't. of Sociology,Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya,Jaipur.
5	A Virtual session on Social Institute Part II- Marriage on 1st Feb 2022.The resource person was Dr.Mohita Chaturvedi, Head, Dep't. of Sociology, Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Jaipur.
6	An Online Extension Lecture on Anthropometry & Furniture Designing was organized on 7th Feb 2022.The Resource Person was Dr.Nabila Rehman.Asst.Prof,Dep't of Home Science Govt Girls College, Baran.
7	An interactive Virtual Extension Lecture on Parenting Technique was organized on 10th Feb 2022 by Dr.Himanshi Rastogi, Head, Dep't of Psychology, Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Jaipur.
8	A Virtual Extension Lecture on Prenatal Development was conducted on 17th Feb 2022 by Professor Dr.Shubha Dube, Dep't of Home Science, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur.
9	Extension Lecture on "Saving & Investment" was organised on 29th March 2022 by Dr.Bharati Godhwani,Assistant Professor,Dep't of EAFM,Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya,Jaipur
10	Extension Lecture on "Taxation" was organised on 30th March 2022 by Dr.Seema Agrawal,Principal,Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya,Jaipur
11	Extension Lecture on "Early Childhood Education" on 20th April 2022 by Dr.Darshan Narang,Former Associate Professor,Dep't of Home Science,University of Rajasthan,Jaipur

Session 2020-21

Name of Activity	Day	Resource Person
National Webinar on Breastfeeding: Significance in Present Times.	8th Aug 2020	Dr. Anamika, Consultant, Child Health and Nutrition, National Health Mission, Jharkhand
		Dr. Nimali Singh, Associate Professor, Dept. of Home Science, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur
National Webinar on SahiPoshanDesh Roshan	30th Sep 2020	Dr.Nimali Singh, Dr. Nimali Singh, Associate Professor, Dept. of Home Science, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur
		Dr Deepali Hariprasad, Technical Consultant, Nutrition, World Bank, New Delhi
		Dr.PrachiAvinash, Faculty, Dept of Food and Nutrition, CCAS, MPUAT
Workshop on Bring Home the Festival	5th& 6th Nov 2020	Dr.Kavita Gupta, Associate Professor, Nandlal Bose College of Fine Arts and Fashion, Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, Meerut
Online Extension lecture on Green Buildings: A Sustainable resolution for future stakeholders.	4th Dec 2020	Dr.Shilpi Saraswat, Assistant Professor, Department of Home Science, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara
Two days Exhibition	9th & 10th April 2021
Webinar on NGO Management	27th-Aug 2021	Dr. Archana Raj Singh, Former Dean, College of Home Science, Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University, Bikaner
Online Extension Lecture on Designing Effective Visual Aid	4th Dec 2021	Dr.Aparna Khanna, Associate Professor, Dept. of Development Communication & Extension, Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi
Demonstrations by students	16th-22nd March 2021
E-Poster Competition	1st -7th Aug 2021

Session 2019-20

Name of Activity	Day	Resource Person
Miracle for Cancer Patients-Dr. Johanna Budwig Protocol	14th December, 2019	Dr. O.P.Verma, President, Flax Awareness Society
Bakery Workshop	18th to 20th September, 2019	Ms. Shivani
Basics of Interior Designing	27th September, 2019	Ms. Jigishah Dave, Architect
Jewellery Designing & Photography	11th December, 2019	CADesk
Preparation of basic soups & sauces	14th December, 2019	Chef, CHA

Session 2018-19

Name of Activity	Day	Resource Person
Lecture on Importance of Breastfeeding & Early Initiation of Supplementary Feeding	11th September, 2018	Dr. Nimali Singh
		Associate Professor, Dept. Of Home Science, UOR
Iron-rich recipe contest	26th September,
	2018

Session 2017-18

Name of Activity	Day	Resource Person
Lecture on Personality Grooming, Hygiene & Etiquettes	17th November, 2017	Dr. Preeti Sharma, Assistant Professor, Dept. Of English, KMM Jaipur
Poster Competition: Importance of Supplementary Feeding in Infants	7th September 2017
Lecture on Infant and Young Child Nutrition	8th September, 2017	Dr. Nimali Singh
		Associate Professor , Dept. of Home Science, UOR
Recipe Contest on Diabetes Day	15th November, 207	Dr. Reshma Boolchandani
		Associate Professor, Dept. Of Home Science, UOR
Training program in First-Aid	4 days	Mr. Mahesh Sharma, Red Cross Society
Handling Common Problems of Sewing Machine	22nd November, 2017	Usha International Trainers

Session 2016-17

Name of Activity	Day	Resource Person
Food Preservation & Nutrition Workshop	21st to 25th November, 2016	Ram Prasad Meena, Trainer, Food and Nutrition Board, Government of India

Session 2023-24

S.No	Name	INTERNSHIP/TRAINING	Duration	Institute
1	Amogha Sharma	Internship Programme	1 Month (14th June-14th July 2023)	Alacrity Export Pvt.ltd(Fashion House)
2	Neerja	Industial Biotech Training Program	15 days(1st-15th July 2023)	Dr.B.Lal Institute of Biotechnology
3	Rhimjhim Siyal	Industial Biotech Training Program	15 days(1st-15th July 2023)	Dr.B.Lal Institute of Biotechnology
4	Khyati Jangid	Internship Programme	01 Month (20th Aug-20th Sep 2023)	Maple Tree Pre School & Day Boarding
5	Mansi Saraf	Software Training Course	02 Months (29th May-5th Aug 2023)	Lomos Archilabs(Architectural consultation)

Session 2022-23

S.No	Name	INTERNSHIP/TRAINING	Duration	Institute
1	Bhagyshree Swami	Industial Biotech Training Program	15 days (1st-15th June 2023)	Dr.B.Lal Institute of Biotechnology
2	Kashaf Akhtar	Industial Biotech Training Program	15 days(1st-15th June 2023)	Dr.B.Lal Institute of Biotechnology
3	Khushnuma	Industial Biotech Training Program	15 days(1st-15th June 2023)	Dr.B.Lal Institute of Biotechnology