About the Research Centre

The Department of Arabic at M.E.S. Kalladi College (Autonomous), Mannarkkad, is pleased to announce its recognition as a Research Centre of the University of Calicut under the Directorate of Research. This recognition marks an important milestone in the Department’s commitment to advanced research, academic excellence, interdisciplinary scholarship, and the promotion of Arabic language and literature.

The Research Centre aims to provide an intellectually stimulating environment for scholars pursuing doctoral research in Arabic, with particular emphasis on the rich historical, literary, cultural, and intellectual connections between Arabic and Indian civilisation.

The Centre seeks to encourage original research, critical inquiry, scholarly publications, and the preservation and interpretation of historical and literary heritage. It aspires to develop a vibrant research community connecting classical Arabic scholarship with contemporary academic perspectives.

The Centre has been granted provisional recognition for five years, from 24 July 2026 to 23 July 2031, subject to the conditions specified in the University of Calicut order.

Research Focus and Specialisation

Indian Culture and History as Depicted in Arabic Prose and Poetry(Language & Literature)

In accordance with the recommendations of the University of Calicut’s Research Recognition Committee, the Centre will focus its research activities on the above specialised area. This field explores the representation of India’s cultural diversity, historical experiences, social institutions, intellectual traditions, and civilisational heritage in Arabic literary and historical writings.

·  India in Classical Arabic Literature: Representations of India in classical Arabic prose, poetry, historical chronicles, geographical writings, and travel literature.

·  Arab–Indian Cultural Relations: Historical interactions between Arab and Indian communities through trade, travel, education, religion, and cultural exchange.

·  Arabic Travel Writing on India: Critical studies of Arabic travelogues and descriptions of Indian landscapes, people, customs, institutions, and cultural practices.

·  Arabic Literature and Indian History: Historical narratives and literary accounts documenting India’s political, social, and cultural developments.

·  Mappila Heritage and Arabic Scholarship: Arabic literary traditions, manuscripts, intellectual movements, and cultural interactions associated with Kerala’s Mappila community.

·  Arabic–Malayalam Literary and Cultural Connections: Translation, comparative literature, shared literary traditions, and cross-cultural influences.

·  Representation of Indian Society in Arabic Poetry and Prose: Depictions of Indian customs, traditions, religious and philosophical ideas, social life, and cultural identities.

·  Manuscript Studies and Textual Research: Critical editing, interpretation, translation, and documentation of Arabic manuscripts relating to India.

·  Comparative and Interdisciplinary Studies: Research connecting Arabic literature with Indian history, cultural studies, historical linguistics, and literary criticism.

·  Contemporary Perspectives: Modern Arabic literary representations of India and changing perceptions of Indian culture and society.

·  Research proposals should demonstrate a clear connection with the Centre’s approved research focus.

Research Guide and Available Vacancies

Dr. Jaleel T. K.

Associate Professor, Department of Arabic
M.E.S. Kalladi College (Autonomous), Mannarkkad, Palakkad, Kerala

Six research vacancies are currently available under the guidance of Dr. Jaleel T. K.

Prospective research scholars interested in Arabic literature, Indian cultural history, Arab–Indian relations, Arabic travel writing, comparative literature, and related areas are encouraged to explore research opportunities at the Centre.

Admission and allocation of research scholars will be governed by the applicable University of Calicut regulations, eligibility requirements, and prescribed procedures.

Special Research Fellowship

COLLEGE SPECIAL FELLOWSHIP – ₹10,000

To encourage promising research scholars and support their academic progress, the College offers a Special Research Fellowship of ₹10,000 for research scholars, as specified by the institution. The fellowship is intended to support scholars in advanced research, academic writing, documentation, and scholarly publication.

Administrative clarification: The fellowship amount is stated as ₹10,000. The payment frequency, eligibility conditions, duration, selection procedure, and continuation requirements should be specified in the College’s official fellowship guidelines before publication.

Research Facilities and Academic Support

M.E.S. Kalladi College (Autonomous), Mannarkkad, is committed to fostering a productive research environment for doctoral scholars. In accordance with the recommendations of the University of Calicut’s Research Recognition Committee, the College will ensure that its available facilities support research and academic development.

Library and Learning Resources

The College library provides an important academic foundation for research and independent study. Research scholars will be encouraged to make effective use of available books, reference materials, journals, and other relevant resources. Particular emphasis will be placed on resources relevant to Arabic language and literature, Indian cultural history, comparative literature, and Arab–Indian intellectual relations.

Research Room and Academic Environment

The Centre aims to maintain a research-oriented atmosphere that encourages independent study, critical thinking, academic discussion, and sustained scholarly work. The environment will support scholars in developing research proposals, reviewing literature, organising research materials, preparing chapters, and producing original academic work.

Departmental Academic Support

The Department of Arabic will promote a culture of research through scholarly discussions, research presentations, academic interactions, and guidance on research methodology, subject-specific literature, and academic writing.

Research Grants and Academic Development

In accordance with the University’s recommendations, the College will make full and effective use of available research grants to strengthen research activities and improve academic resources.

Scholarly Collaboration and Publication

The Centre aims to encourage research publications, conference participation, seminars, workshops, collaborative studies, and dissemination of research findings through appropriate academic platforms.

Objectives of the Research Centre

·  Promote advanced research in Arabic language, literature, and cultural studies.

·  Develop original scholarship on Indian culture and history as represented in Arabic prose and poetry.

·  Investigate historical and literary connections between India and the Arab world.

·  Encourage interdisciplinary research combining Arabic studies, history, cultural studies, and comparative literature.

·  Support the study, preservation, documentation, and interpretation of Arabic literary and historical sources.

·  Foster research publications and participation in national and international academic forums.

·  Provide a supportive research environment for eligible doctoral scholars.

·  Encourage high standards of research ethics, academic integrity, and scholarly originality.

Admission and Research Opportunities

Eligible candidates interested in pursuing doctoral research through the Department of Arabic Research Centre may contact the Department for information regarding current vacancies, eligibility criteria, admission notifications, research proposals, and applicable University of Calicut regulations.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare a research proposal clearly identifying the research problem, objectives, methodology, review of relevant literature, and expected contribution to the approved research focus.

The availability of six vacancies is subject to confirmation under the University’s applicable admission and research regulations.

Contact

Research Centre – Department of Arabic
M.E.S. Kalladi College (Autonomous)
Mannarkkad, Palakkad District, Kerala, India

Research Guide: S. Lt. Dr. Jaleel T. K.
Research Area: Indian Culture and History as Depicted in Arabic Prose and Poetry
Available Vacancies: 6
Special Research Fellowship: ₹10,000
Affiliating University: University of Calicut
Administrative Authority: Directorate of Research, University of Calicut

RESEARCH. DISCOVER. PRESERVE. CONTRIBUTE.

Advancing Arabic scholarship through the study of India’s cultural and historical heritage.