Prof. Dr. Mahendra Singh

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Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh

Dean Academic Affairs & Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences — Madhav University, Rajasthan
Full Name Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh
Born 2 July 1977
Father Sh. Mohabbat Singh Parmar
Nationality Indian
Marital Status Married
Current Position Dean Academic Affairs & Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences — Madhav University, Pindwara, Rajasthan
Experience 22+ Years
Specialisation Sociology; Social Research; Academic Administration; NAAC Accreditation
PhD Sociology — MLSU Udaipur (2007)
UGC-NET Sociology (2003)
Research Papers 42+
Book Chapters 32+
Books Published 5
Conference Papers 60+
PhD Scholars Guided 6 (Completed); 5 (Ongoing)
Patents 3 Published; 3 Under Process
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Email drmahen.02@gmail.com
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Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh is a distinguished Indian academician, researcher, administrator and social scientist based in Pindwara, Sirohi District, Rajasthan, India. He currently serves as Dean Academic Affairs and Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Madhav University, Pindwara, Rajasthan — one of the leading private universities of Rajasthan. With more than 22 years of experience in higher education, research, academic administration, examination management and institutional development, Prof. Singh is one of the most accomplished and versatile academic leaders of the region. He completed his Ph.D. in Sociology from Mohanlal Sukhadia University (MLSU), Udaipur in 2007 — with research focused on the Effects of Television on the Social Life of College Students — and qualified the UGC-NET in Sociology in 2003. His scholarly output includes 42+ research papers, 32+ book chapters, 5 published books, 60+ conference papers and 3 published patents — with 3 more patents under process. He has successfully guided 6 PhD scholars to completion and is currently supervising 5 doctoral researchers.

Early Life and Education

Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh was born on 2 July 1977 in Village and Post — Jhadoli, Tehsil Pindwara, District Sirohi, Rajasthan — the son of Sh. Mohabbat Singh Parmar. He completed his schooling under the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE), Ajmer — passing his High School in 1993 and Intermediate (Arts) in 1996.

His higher education qualifications are:

  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) — Mohanlal Sukhadia University (MLSU), Udaipur — 1999
  • Master of Arts in Sociology (M.A.) — MLSU, Udaipur — 2001
  • UGC-NET in Sociology — 2003 (Qualified)
  • Ph.D. in Sociology — MLSU, Udaipur — 2007 (Thesis: Effects of Television on the Social Life of College Students)
  • Master of Social Work (MSW) — Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), Kota — 2018

Professional Career

Dean Academic Affairs & Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences — Madhav University (May 2024 — Present)

Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh currently serves as Dean Academic Affairs and Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Madhav University, Pindwara, Rajasthan — leading all aspects of the university's academic planning, policy implementation and institutional quality assurance. His key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the development and execution of academic programmes and policies aligned with the university's mission and goals
  • Supervising faculty performance and supporting professional development
  • Overseeing curriculum design, delivery and continuous improvement
  • Representing Madhav University as Dean of Academic Affairs during the NAAC 2025 assessment and accreditation
  • Serving as Chief Examination Inspection Officer — overseeing examination conduct, compliance and quality assurance
  • Serving as Chairman of the Research Advisory Committee (RAC) for PhD programmes
  • Chief Coordinator of the Convocation Ceremony (October 2024) and Chief Programme Coordinator for the Alumni Meet
  • Supervising PhD scholars and Master's dissertations in Sociology and related disciplines

Professor of Sociology & National Admission Director — Gokul Global University, Gujarat (April 2022 — May 2024)

At Gokul Global University, Siddhpur, Gujarat, Prof. Singh served as Professor in Sociology and National Admission Director — managing institutional admissions and outreach strategies at the national level while continuing his teaching and research at UG, PG and PhD levels. He also contributed to NAAC accreditation — documentation and criterion-wise data preparation.

Professor, Head of Department, Controller of Examinations, Dean — Madhav University, Rajasthan (July 2014 — April 2022)

During his earlier tenure at Madhav University, Prof. Singh held multiple leadership positions simultaneously:

  • Professor and Head of Department of Sociology
  • Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Controller of Examinations — managing university-wide examination governance
  • Director of Academic Affairs
  • Proctor cum Dean of Students Welfare
  • Chairman, Research Advisory Committee (RAC) for PhD
  • Centre Superintendent for multiple state-level recruitment examinations including Rajasthan Police Constable Recruitment Examinations (2018, 2019, 2020)

Principal and Lecturer — J.R. College, Pindwara, Rajasthan (July 2006 — June 2014)

Prof. Singh served as Principal and Lecturer at J.R. College, Pindwara — providing academic and administrative leadership, teaching Sociology at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and guiding student research projects.

Guest Faculty — University College of Social Sciences and Humanities (UCSSH), MLSU, Udaipur (July 2003 — May 2006)

He began his academic career as Guest Faculty at UCSSH, MLSU, Udaipur — delivering expert lectures in Sociology at UG and PG levels and assisting students in research methodology and social science investigations.

Research and Publications

Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh has an exceptional research output — spanning sociology, social sciences, media studies, tribal development, gender studies and Indian knowledge systems:

  • 42+ Research Papers published in peer-reviewed, indexed, UGC CARE and Scopus-listed journals
  • 32+ Book Chapters published in edited volumes
  • 5 Published Academic Books
  • 60+ Papers Presented at national and international conferences and seminars

Areas of Research Interest

  • Sociology of Media
  • Social Change and Globalisation
  • Rural and Tribal Development
  • Gender Studies
  • Digital Society and Social Media
  • Political Sociology
  • Indian Knowledge Systems
  • Education and Social Development

Select Published Research Papers

  • The Impact of Social Media On Political Polarization: Examining Echo Chambers, Misinformation, Identity Politics and The Transformation of Democratic Discourse in the Digital Age — Radhanvalli: An International Peer Reviewed Multidisciplinary Research Journal, February-March 2026
  • Socio-economic Status of Goat-rearing and Non-Goat-rearing Farmers in Sirohi District, Rajasthan — Scopus and UGC Care Group 2 Journal TSJ, Volume 25, Issue 12, December 2025
  • The Impact of Social Media on Adolescent Identity Formation — SOHAM: An International Multidisciplinary Peer Reviewed Research Journal, July-September 2025 (IF: 6.185)
  • Role of Mass Media for Extension Agent in Agriculture and Rural Development — Vidyawarta, September 2025 (IF: 9.45)
  • Integration of Indian Knowledge System in Panchayati Raj Policies For Tribal Development: A Sociological Perspective — IJSRSET, March 2025
  • Globalization and its Impact on Socio-Economy in India — International Journal of Research Culture Society, April 2017
  • Cyber Bullying as a Social Problem: Causes and Solution — Book Chapter in Cyber Security and Development, 2026 (ISBN: 978-93-84601-15-7)
  • Digital Libraries in Indian Higher Education: Opportunities and Challenges Under NEP 2020 — Book Chapter in Digitalization and Reshaping Libraries For Sectoral Development in Viksit Bharat 2047, 2026

Published Books

Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh is the author and editor of the following academic books:

  • Digitalization and Reshaping Libraries for Sectoral Development in Viksit Bharat 2047 — Yiro Publications, Delhi (ISBN: 978-81-988554-1-1)
  • Introductory Research Inquiry — Sura India Publishers, Bulandshahar, UP (ISBN: 978-81-18941862)
  • Jansanchar Madhyam — Pankaj Publications, Jaipur, 2015 (ISBN: 978-93-83248-19-3)
  • Foundation of National Development — Eurika Publications, New Delhi, 2018 (ISBN: 978-81-83248-9-2)
  • Bhartiya Paridrashya Mein Rashtra Vikas Ki Dishayen — Eurika Publications, New Delhi, 2018 (ISBN: 978-81-938863-1-1)

Patents

Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh has filed and published multiple patents — demonstrating his commitment to innovation beyond academic research:

Published Patents

  • Smart Academic Learning and Performance Enhancement Device — Application No. 484891-001 (December 23, 2025)
  • Smart Modular Rainwater Harvesting Tiles — Application No. 477871-001 (October 24, 2025)
  • Digital Mastitis Detection Device for Dairy Cattle — Application No. LD-27554/2025-CO (August 29, 2025)

Patents Under Process

  • VoiceScribe AI — Multilingual AI-Powered Survey Recorder — Application No. 464177-001 (August 7, 2025)
  • Rainwater Harvesting Tile — Application No. 478723-001 (October 31, 2025)
  • Smart English Reading and Learning Device — Application No. 480966-001 (November 20, 2025)

Research Guidance

Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh has made significant contributions to doctoral education:

  • 6 PhD Scholars successfully supervised to completion
  • 5 Doctoral Researchers currently under supervision
  • 8 PhD Theses evaluated as external examiner
  • Numerous postgraduate dissertations and research projects guided

Academic Leadership and Administrative Roles

Throughout his career, Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh has held the following key administrative and leadership positions:

  • Dean Academic Affairs — Madhav University
  • Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences — Madhav University
  • Controller of Examinations — Madhav University
  • Director Academic Affairs — Madhav University
  • Dean Students Welfare — Madhav University
  • Head of Department, Sociology — Madhav University
  • Chairman, Research Advisory Committee (RAC) — Madhav University
  • Chief Examination Inspection Officer — Madhav University
  • NAAC Accreditation Coordinator — Madhav University
  • Convocation Chief Coordinator — Madhav University
  • Alumni Meet Chief Coordinator — Madhav University
  • Professor and National Admission Director — Gokul Global University
  • Principal — J.R. College, Pindwara

Organisational Memberships

  • Indian Sociological Society (ISS) — Life Member
  • Rajasthan Sociological Association (RSA) — Member

Professional Development

Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh has participated in numerous faculty development programmes, workshops and training sessions — including:

  • Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) — at national level
  • ISRO Capacity Building Programmes — Advanced Image Analysis (2018); Overview of RSSGIS Application for Natural Resource Management (2017); Remote Sensing of the Moon (2019)
  • NAAC and Quality Assurance Training
  • Research Methodology Workshops
  • Human Rights and Constitutional Studies Workshops
  • AICTE Recognised Short Term Courses in ICT-based teaching and leadership

Professional Vision

Prof. (Dr.) Mahendra Singh's professional vision is:

To promote excellence in higher education through innovative teaching, impactful research, ethical leadership, and inclusive academic governance while contributing meaningfully to national development and societal transformation.

Contact Information

Online Presence

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