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1990-10-25
DHAVALKUMAR
GUJARAT EDUCATIONAL SERVICE – II, AT GOVERNMENT COLLEGE, DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY
MAKWANA
INDIA (GUJARAT)
Asst. Prof. Dhaval Kumar A. Makwana **Personal Information:** – **Name:** Mr. Dhaval Kumar A. Makwana – **Designation:** Assistant Professor of Sociology, Gujarat Educational Service – II (GES) – **Mobile No:** 9727906066 / 9327647340 – **Email ID:** makwana.dhaval25@gmail.com **Research Interests:** Mr. Makwana’s scholarly pursuits encompass a diverse range of sociological themes, including: – Sociology of Family – Marriage and Marital Dissolutions – Sociology of Region – Research Methods and Methodology – Modern Caste Dynamics
**Academic Achievements and Awards:** – Recognized with the prestigious Prof. M. N. Srinivas Scholarship (2012-13 & 2013-14) for outstanding performance at the M.A. level. – Awarded the University Research Fellowship at The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (2015-2017). – Recipient of the Sanman Scholarship (2015) for academic excellence. – Honored with a Merit Certificate for being the top student at the M.A. level in Sociology (2013-14). **Publications:** Mr. Makwana is an accomplished author with several contributions to academic literature, including: 1. “Identification of Common Determinants and Trends of Marital Dissolution: A Review of Literature” – International Multidisciplinary Journal (September 2024). 2. “People’s Outlook Towards Divorce Laws: A Prospective Analysis” – Edited Book (Emerging Trends in Social and Allied Sciences, August 2023). 3. Contributions to various edited volumes discussing Dr. Ambedkar’s thoughts and social issues. **UGC MOOC Course Contributions:** – Served as a subject expert for the MOOC on ‘Sociology of Social Movement’. – Authored modules covering significant sociological concepts, showcasing expertise in social movements and influential sociologists’ theories. **Newspaper Articles:** Mr. Makwana has also shared his insights through various articles in newspapers, addressing pertinent social issues: – “Truth of Social Life” published in Saty Day (August 2023). – “Child, Education, and Tensions” in Gujarat Samrajya (March 2024). – “Ambedkar, Reservation, and Implementation” in Gujarat Samrajya Mitra (September-October 2024). **Seminars and Conferences:** – Actively participated in national seminars and conferences, presenting papers on themes such as modern societal changes and regional sociological research. – Coordinated state level seminars focusing on academic standards like NAAC criteria. Mr. Dhaval Kumar A. Makwana exemplifies a committed academic and researcher in sociology, contributing significantly to the field through both theoretical and practical engagements.
CENTRAL GUJARAT (VADODARA)
**Mr. Dhaval Kumar A. Makwana** is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Government Arts and Commerce College in Tarapur, Anand, part of the Gujarat Educational Service. His Ph.D. is on the topic “Recent Trends and Patterns of Marital Dissolutions: A Sociological Study,” and he holds a master’s and bachelor’s in sociology from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, where he achieved first-class and rank distinctions. His research interests include the sociology of family, marriage and marital dissolutions, regional sociology, and modern caste systems. Dhaval has been awarded prestigious scholarships, including the Prof. M. N. Srinivas Scholarship and a University Research Fellowship. He has contributed to various publications, including research papers and articles in peer-reviewed journals, and has served as a subject expert for MOOC courses in sociology. In addition to his academic endeavors, Dhaval has actively participated in conferences and seminars, emphasizing sociological perspectives on contemporary issues. He can be reached at makwana.dhaval25@gmail.com or via mobile at 9727906066.
