Abhishek Tiwari

Area of Interest:

Political Science with specialization in, International Relations, Political Theory, Public Policy Analysis, and Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS). Research interests include Gandhian Thought, Electoral processes, Political Communication, Economic Diplomacy, and Global Politics. Interdisciplinary engagement with psychology, governance, and socio-political transformation.

Education:

Teaching Experience:

Assistant Professor - Political Science & Indian Knowledge System
Seventh Day Adventist Arts & Science College (Dec 2021 – Apr 2026)
- Delivered undergraduate courses in Political Science & IKS
- Mentored students academically and professionally
- Managed institutional examination processes
- Led Youth Festival coordination (2024–25)
Visiting Faculty - Political Science
Shri H.K. Liberal Arts College (Sept 2025 – April 2026)
Visiting Faculty - Indian Knowledge System
K.K. Shah Jarodwala Science College (Aug 2025 – April 2026)

Industrial Experience:

HR Executive, Mass Outdoor Publicity (May 2017 – July 2021)

Developed organizational and managerial skills
Experience in communication, coordination, and human resource management
Exposure to corporate work culture and administrative processes

Articles (Magazine Publications)

Tiwari, A. (2025). Dharma in the Indian Knowledge System: The Moral Compass of Civilization. Social Scholar Magazine, Jul 13, 2025.
Tiwari, A. (2025). Electoral Disinformation and Political Manipulation. Social Scholar Magazine, Jul 22, 2025.
Tiwari, A. (2025). Education in Crisis: Administrative Failures of Exam Conducting Agencies. Social Scholar Magazine, Aug 09, 2025.

Research Papers

Tiwari, A. (2025). Addressing inequality and marginalization through Gandhian thought. Vidya – A Journal of Gujarat University, 4(2), 156–165.
Tiwari, A. (2025). Whispers of Conflicts: Left-wing extremism and separatist insurgencies in India. IJPSC, Vol. 7, Issue 5, 217–224.
Tiwari, A. (2025). The Impact of the Russia-Ukraine War on World Politics. IJRAH, Vol. 5, Issue 3, 290–295.
Tiwari, A. (2025). Indian Knowledge System in the Cinematic Frame. IJRAH, Vol. 5, Issue 3, 285–289.
Tiwari, A. & Agarwal, A. (2025). Hope and Political Change: Positive Emotions in Mobilizing Social Movements. IJHSSM, 5(1), 642–651.
Tiwari, A. (2024). Economic Diplomacy as a Foreign Policy Tool. IJHSSM, 4(6), 300–309.
Tiwari, A. (2024). Rediscovering Gandhian Economics: Implications for Sustainable Development. International Journal of Economic Perspectives, 18(11), 2757–2773.
Tiwari, A. (2024). India's Strategic Pivot: Shaping the Future of the Quad in the Indo-Pacific. IJHSSM, 4(5), 749–753.
Tiwari, A. (2024). Gender Issues and their Associated Prospects in Indian Politics. IJSSR, 12(4), 620–622.
Tiwari, A. (2024). Unlocking Potential: Impact of India’s Act East Policy. IAHRW IJSSR, 12(2).

Awards and Honours

GOLD MEDALIST – M.A. POLITICAL SCIENCE, GUJARAT UNIVERSITY

Sheth Chinubhai Lallubhai Mehta Medal (2020)
Late Prof. Mathuradas G. Parekh Medal (2020)

OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY RECOGNITIONS

Gujarat University – Full-Time Asst. Professor Recognition (AY 2025–26)
The Vice Chancellor of Gujarat University officially recognized the appointment as a Full-Time Assistant Professor in Political Science for AY 2025–26 at Seventh Day Adventist Arts & Science College, under Faculty Recognition Ordinance 97.
Ref. No.: N. Academic/Professor/11/68073/2025 | Date: 10-12-2025
Gujarat University – Full-Time Asst. Professor Recognition (AY 2024–25)
The Vice Chancellor of Gujarat University officially recognized the appointment as Full-Time Assistant Professor in Political Science for AY 2024–25 at Seventh Day Adventist Arts & Science College, under Faculty Recognition Ordinance 97.
Ref. No.: N. Academic/Professor/01/NA761/2025 | Date: 21-01-2025

Academic and Professional Engagements

PAPER PRESENTATIONS

Program	Certificate Issuing Body	Date
National Seminar on "Research Methodology" – Paper Presented: "Mode Effects and Sampling Challenges in Electoral Survey Methodology: Implications for Democratic Representation"	Smt. P.R. Patel Arts College, Palasar (PM-USHA-C3, GSC / KCG Sponsored)	29 Jan 2026

UNIVERSITY SERVICE & ACTIVITIES

Program	Certificate Issuing Body	Date
Professor In-Charge – Youth Festival 2024–25, Arts & Science College, Ahmedabad City Zone	Gujarat University Youth Welfare Dept	Sept 2024
Workshop on Gender Sensitivity – Dept. of Sociology & Labour Welfare, School of Social Sciences	Gujarat University GRC	12 Sept 2018
Interactive Session on Stress Management – WDC, ICC & KWEC, Gujarat University	Gujarat University	28 Aug 2018

FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (FDPS)

Program	Certificate Issuing Body	Date
5-Day National Workshop on Indian Research Methodology - Institute of Indic Studies (IIS), Gujarat University	Gujarat University	9 - 13 Mar 2026
36-Hour Intensive Certificate Course on IKS: Pathways to Address Contemporary Global Challenges - CAHC, JAIN University	JAIN (Deemed-to-be) University	Jan - Feb 2026
5-Day National FDP on Research Paper Writing & Use of AI in Research – IIRA	Ideal Institute of Academic & Research Advancement	11 - 15 Jul 2025
15-Day International FDP on Research Methodology: Qualitative Approach (Hybrid Mode) – IIDM & Southfield College, Darjeeling	IIDM Tamil Nadu / Southfield College	Apr 2025
Online FDP: Cinematic Wisdom - Exploring Indian Knowledge Systems Through Indian Cinema - Gokul Global University	Gokul Global University	3 - 8 Mar 2025
Online FDP: Psychological Principles for Enhanced Teaching and Learning - Gokul Global University	Gokul Global University	17 - 22 Feb 2025
Two-Week Online Certificate Course on IKS: Navigating the Extent and Scope - GNVS, Mumbai	Gujarat University	3 - 14 Feb 2025

TECHNOLOGY & PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Program	Certificate Issuing Body	Date
Digital Marketing Foundation Course (10 Days, All Modules) - Cert. No. DMFC/22/0786	SEO Engineers Academy	Jul 2022
Microsoft Office Training Program – Grade A – Cert. No. AIPL/17-18/VAS/630/1409	Bascom Bridge Education Pvt. Ltd.	Aug–Oct 2017