Name: Farida Khanam Designation: Associate Professor Contact Details: C-29 Nizamuddin West, New Delhi 110013 Mobile: 9811504738 Email: drfarida.kh@gmail.com Academic Qualifications (Matric till post graduation): Examinations Name of the Board / High School/Matric Year of Passing Percentage of marks Division Class/Grade Subject A.M.U. 1969 51.09% 2 nd History, Geo, Civics, Eng, Urdu, Hindi, Theology Intermediate (P.U.C) A.M.U. 1970 57.09% 2 nd,, B.A.(H) Eng D.U. 1973 41.12% 3 rd Eng(Hons) sub: Urdu, Persian M.A.(English) M.A D.U J.M.I 1976 1982 41% 65.33% 3 rd 1 st English Language. Islamic Studies Diploma in Modern Arabic. Ph.D./D.Phil. J.M.I 1993 65% 1 st Arabic. J.M.I 1990 (An Analysis of Religio- Political Thoughts of Syed Abul Al- Maududi) 1
Posts held after appointment at this institution: Designation Department Date of actual Joining Grade From To Lecturer (against Leave vacancy) Lecturer(adhoc ) Lecturer (Permanent) Lecturer(Senio r Scale) Reader Associate Professor J.M.I Sept 1989 Nov 1989 Adhoc Appointment J.M.I Nov 1993 Dept of Islamic Studies Dept of Islamic Studies Dept of Islamic Studies Dept of Islamic Studies April 1994 1500 Fixed Sept 1994 27 th Sept 1994 1500 Fixed 28 Sept 1994 Jan 2001 2200-75- 2800-100- 4000 Feb 2001 Sept 10000-325- 15200 28 Sept 1.1. 12000-420- 18300 2006 Till date 37600-76000. AGP 9000 Fields of specialization. (a) Sufism (b) Comparative religion 2
Published Papers in Journals 1. Islam s peaceful penetration of India (Islam and the Modern Age, New Delhi,1994.) 2. The Concept of Charity in Islam (Journal of Global Religious Vision, New Delhi,1999.) 3. Islamic Fundamentalism( Souvenir, Dhaka, 2001.) 4. The Concept of Fatwa in Islam( Islam in the Contemporary World, New Delhi 2004.) 5. The Concept of Meditation (Islam and Modern Age, New Delhi Nov 2004.) 6. What is Religion? (Islam and the Modern Age, New Delhi, 2009.) 7. The Mosque (Fellowship, Vol 17. No 2, 2009.) 8. Womens Rights in Islam. (Naveen Samajik Shodh, Bhopal, 2011.) 9. The Basis of Morality in Islam (Religious Thought, New Delhi, 2011.) 10. Applied Ethics & Emerging Issues (Naveen Samajik Shodh, Bhopal, 2012.) Best Research Papers (Name and journal) 1. The Concept of Charity in Islam, Journal of Global Religious Vision, New Delhi,1999. 2. The Concept of Fatwa in Islam, Islam in Contemporary World, New Delhi 2004. 3. The Concept of Meditation, Islam and modern age, New Delhi Nov 2004. 4. What is Religion?, Islam and the Modern Age, New Delhi, 2009. 5. Womens Rights in Islam. Naveen Samajik Shodh, Bhopal, 2011. 3
Books Published 1. Islam and the Five Basic Human values. (Sri Sathya Sai International Centre for Human Values) 2. A Study of World s Major Religions (Chaus Publishing Company) 3. Social Fabric and Hadith Co-authored with Dr Syed Shahid Ali. (Al-Hasanat Books, Pvt Ltd) 4. Sufism: An Introduction (Goodword Books) 5. Maulana Maududi: Shakhsiat aur Tahrik (Goodword Books) 6. Life and Teachings of the Prophet Muhammad: Its Relevance in a Global Context (Goodword Books) 7. A Simple Guide to Islam (Goodword Books) 8. Ummahatul Mominin. (Goodword Books) 10. A Study of Islam, (Goodword Books) 11. The Qur an, Explanatory notes translated and edited with Dr Saniyasnain Khan. (Goodword Books) Total No. of Published Papers 4
Ph. D supervision Awarded 1. Abroo Aman Andrabi, Muhammad Asad s Contribution to Islamic Learning. (Sept. 2006). 2. Suad Nazar (co-supervision), Muslim Architecture of Spain: Qualities and Distinguishing Features. (March,2006). 3. Shabnam, Muslim Awrat Asr Haazir ke Hindustani Tanazur mein. (2013) 4. Abdollah Shayanrad, Socio-Religious Life of Hindus & Muslims in Post- Independent India: A Comparative Study. (2013) 5. Abida Quansar, Social Status of Women in Islam: A Study of Women Issues in Contemporary Society with Special Focus on Kashmir. (2013) Registered 1. Freya Dasgupta, Contribution of Bengali Muslim Sufis to Bangla Music, Poetry & Folklore. 2. Salahuddin, Muslim Response to Christian Missionary Activity in British India. 3. Mohd Arif, Azaad Hindustan mein Bangal Ke Muslamanon ki Taalimi Surat-e-haal. 4. Nasir Husain, Hindi mei Rachit Islami Sahitye. 5. Mohd Abrarul Haq, A Study of Interfaith Dialogue between Islam and Christianity, with special reference to the writings of Thomas Michel and Mahmoud Ayoub. 6. Nadim Sahar Ambreen, Tafsir wa Uloom Qurani mein Khwateen ki Khidmaat. 5
Participation in Seminars Date Subject Organizer / Place Participation 9, December, 2014 The basis of Islamic thought in the light of Quran and Hadith 11-12 Nov Religious founder and their Philosophies 21 st June, 2014 19-20 April 2014 8 th Feb 2014 29 Nov. 2013 3, JAN. 2013 14 June 2012 7 TH June 2012 24-28 April 2012 Islam and the contemporary world Globalization, Multiculturalism and Peace-building in the XXI Century: Prospects and Challenges Role of women in uplift of Muslim community Building Peace through learning and understanding. Religious resources for interfaith thinking- A Muslim Perspective. Rights of women in Islam National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language UGC workshop on Capacity Building of Fiqh Academy, Zakir Husain Institute, J.M.I Guru Gobind Singh Department of Religious Studies, Punjabi University, Patiala. Himalayan Degree College, Kashmir Indialogue Foundation, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi Mujahid 8 th state conference, Edarikkode in Kottakkal in Malappuram dt in Kerala. Osmania University Centre for International Programmes & World Buddhist Culture Trust, Hyderabad. Henry Martin Institute, Hyderabad Govt. college of education, M.A. ROAD, SRINAGAR, KASHMIR Farogh-e-Urdu Bhawan, Jasola, New Delhi Sarojini Naidu Centre for Women s Studies paper on Building Peace through learning and understanding. paper on Religious resources for interfaith thinking paper on the right of women in Islam. in a workshop 6
11-12 MARCH 2012 Women Managers in Higher Education Mysticism and Spirituality in Islam and Indian Religions 1-2-2012 BRINGING FAITH, PEACE AND MEANING IN A MULTI-CULTURAL WORLD THE SAID NURSI WAY JAN 2, 2012 17 SEPT, 2011 23-24 APRIL 2011 23 April 2011 18 December, 2010 8-9 march, 2011 17-18 Feb, 2010 10-12 February, A REFLECTION ON MUSLIM- CHRISTIAN DIALOGUE IN INDIA WOMEN S RIGHTS IN INDIA, WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO MUSLIM WOMEN CONCEPT OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN ISLAM WITH REFERENCE TO THE UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS Colloquium on Interfaith Paradigm on Learning Interfaith Dialogue Muslim Women and their Contribution in Society Mysticism in World Religions Negotiating and Accommodating Religious JMI Al-Mustafa International University, (India Branch) Iran Culture House Centre of Arabic & African Studies School of Language & Literature & Culture studies,jnu, New Delhi ST. XAVIER S SCHOOL, DELHI-54 JAMIA HAMDARD, New Delhi. ALIGARH Dept. of Sunni Theology. AMU Interfaith Foundation India and Temple of Understanding at the India International Centre Bhai Vir Singh Sahitya Sadan, Gole Market, New Delhi Department of Sociology, J.M.I in collaboration with the National Commission for Women & Muslim Women s Forum, New Delhi. Centre for the Study of Comparative Religions and Civilizations, Conference Hall CIT, Jamia Campus. New Delhi Centre for West Asian Studies, Jamia Millia paper on Monotheism Tasawwuf and Rabbaniyah paper. paper. paper. paper. paper on Muslim Women and their Contribution in Society. 7
2010 Identity in Public Arena: Comparing Indian and European Experiences with Special reference to Muslim Minorities 6 February, 2010 11 Aug. Human Unity: Interfaith Dialogue Peace and nonviolence in Islam 2 Jul. Tolerant India: Multi- Religious Pragmatic Views (Panel Discussion) 23 May 10 May 10-11 Apr. Basic Human Values & Islam Religion and its Role in Today s World India and Pakistan: Understanding the Conflict Dynamics Islamia. New Delhi M.V. College of Education, University of Delhi. CPS International, Programme held at IIC, New Delhi USEFI Fulbright House, New Delhi Sri Sathya Sai International Centre, New Delhi. Wordsworth Bombay Al-Farabi Seminar Hall, JMI Organised 21-23 Mar 14 Mar. 7 Mar. 22 Feb. Aqeedat Ke Rang: Expressions of Devotions in Islam A Disempowered Entity (One Day Seminar) Ananda Institute of Alternative Living, Nevada City, USA (Visit of American delegates to Jamia) Visualizing the Sacred: Fine Arts and the World Religious Traditions IGNC for the Arts, New Delhi Edward Said Hall JMI Seminar Room (Deptt. Of Islamic Studies) JMI Yasir Arafat Hall JMI 3 Feb. 2006 WISCOMP India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi 29 Jan. Women and India International 8
2006 Spirituality: A Panel Discussion 23-27 Jan. The perception of 2006 Spirituality: The Way to realize that Goal. 2 Jan. 2006 India Chapter, World 10-15 Dec. 11 Nov. 25-26 Sep. 8 Sept. 3 Sept. 20-27 Jul. 18-19 Feb, 2-5 Jan, Council of Religions Christians and Muslims: Common witness to the primacy of God. S.Sai Inter-College Debate on Human Values Christian-Muslim Endeavours for a Better Society Seerah of the Prophet Muhammad. Importance of Organized Collection and Utilization of Zakat and Other Charities. Theme: Religion of Love International meeting on the theme The Changing Dynamics of Indian Religions: A Dialogue between India & Japan. Held in Varanasi. Topic: Health Peace & Spirituality Centre (Annexe), New Delhi Institute of Gandhian Studies (Wardha) Okhla, New Delhi Commission for Inter- Religious Dialogue (Catholic Bishop s Conference of India CBCI Centre (New Delhi) SSB International Centre and School for Human Values, New Delhi. Don Bosco, Okhla, New Delhi. Rabea Girls Public School, Delhi-6. Jamia Millia Islamia S.S.Sai International Centre Sasakawa Peace Foundation of Japan, held in Varanasi N.K.G. International Centre for Ayurveda and Siddha, Cochin National Medical College, Saharanpur paper on Women and Spirituality in discussions. in Panel Discussion. as a judge in the debate. in Discussion Paper on Prophet s Life in Discussion. in Discussions. 28 Nov 2004 Topic: Importance of Education paper on the Importance of Education in Islam 18-20 Nov, Status of Women in Glow Export Trading 9
2004 Islam Pvt Ltd, in collaboration with The Spiritual Message magazine in Mumbai. 7-9, Nov. 03, 2004 7, May 2004 20-22, Mar. 2004 3-Day Seminar on the Unification Principle Conference on Islamic Values. Development of Minor Research Project Proposal Best Western Resort Country Club, New Delhi. Preston University, Ajman. UAE Academic Staff College, JMI in Discussion.. 12-13 March, 2004 1-13, Mar. 2004 Quranic Sciences Development of Quality Question Paper The Culture House of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in collaboration with Hamdard University. New Delhi Academic Staff College, JMI. 23-27 Nov, 20 th Oct. 14-15 Oct. 19, Aug. 27-29, Mar. Religion, Fundamentalism and Peaceful Society Inter Religious Discussion organized by the British High Commissioner with the participation of Prince of Wales Unity of Minds The World at Turning Point Conference on Education, Breaking the Barriers (EBB ) Gandhi Vichar Parishad (Institute of Gandhian Studies, Wardha) British Embassy, New Delhi. Organised by Jain Vishva Bharati Institute, Ladnun, Rajasthan. Programme held at Surat, Terapanth, Agricultural University Campus IIFLP organizes, New Delhi. Venue: Centre for Information Technology, JMI... 10
27, Mar. 30-31 Jan. 2 nd Seminar on The Status of Islamic Studies in India Sarojini Naidu Centre for Women Studies Workshop: Training of the Trainees on Gender Sensitisation The Japan Foundation, New Delhi, India Centre for Social Research & Gender Training Instt. New Delhi paper on The Concept of Fatwa in Islam. in Discussion. 10-12, Nov. 2002 5-12, Jul. 2002 4-6 May, 2002 Concept of Meditation Creation of National Wealth through Values (Chinmaya Youth Festival) Indian Secularism in Crisis Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust, Rishikesh, U.P. Chinmaya Centre of World Understanding, New Delhi Vidya Bhavan Auditorium, Santhigiri Ashram, Thiruvananthapuram. Read a Paper on the Concept of Meditation in Sufism.. 28, Sep. 2000 1-3, July 2000 9-16, Apr. 2000 Spic Macay Building Healthy Family in the light of Islamic Principles and Indian Cultural Background. World Festival of Secret Music: A Global Quest for Union Amritsar and Jalandar. Organised by Progress for Ethical Academic and Cultural Enterprises. (Peace) National Medical College, Saharanpur. Bangalore. paper 10 Dec, 1999 9, Feb. 1999 Towards the New Millennium: Tolerance and Peace Mind without Violence and Environment without pollution. Jesus and Mary College, New Delhi Organised by Khadi and Village Industries Commission, in IIC, New Delhi in Discussion. 11
26 July, 1999 4-5, Jan. 1997 24-30, Nov. 1996 Foreign Visits Interfaith Dialogue Tamil Nadu Muslim Welfare Association 1 st Annual Conference and Inaugural Session World Philosophers Meet : A Parliament of Science, Religion, Philosophy, Pune. Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, with the collaboration of India Peace Centre (Nagpur) in Mussorie Tamil Nadu Muslim Welfare Association Trinnlveli World Philosophers s Meet organized by: Maeer s Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Pune.. and read a paper, on Women and Islam Visited Afghanistan to present a Paper on the topic, The Role of Communities and Islamic guidance in promoting education. The programme was organized by the Afghan Ministry of Education, Kabul, on 16-18 December, 2013. Visited Turkey to attend a conference on the theme, Solutions for Social Challenges the Prophet s way, organized by Hira, Arabic magazine, published by Fathullah Gulen movement, Istanbul on May-7, 2012. Visited USA to Participate in a programme on the theme Islam and Peace Building efforts with Others organized by Al-Risala Forum International Pennsylvania on June 17-19, 2011. Visited Dubai to attend a meeting on Islam in the Modern Age organized by Al- Huda Institute, Dubai dated May 3-7, 2004. Visited Spain to attend a conference on the theme Conflict Resolution, in Seville on 14-17, Dec. Visited Korea to attend the Summit of World Leaders and International Young Leaders conference, organized by IIFWP, Seoul, dated 11-16 August,. Visited Switzerland to attend a programme organized by Demiurges Peace International, Zug, on 10-12 Oct. 2002 Visited England to attend Global Dialogue Crossroads, organized by Nuclear Disarmament Forum at Ashdown Park in London on 17-21, Sep. 2001. Visited Switzerland to attend a programme organized by Nuclear Disarmament Forum, Kandersteg on July 29-1 Aug, 2001. 12
Visited Bangladesh to attend a South Asian Conference on Fundamentalism and Communalism: Role of Civil Society. In Dhaka, on 1-2 June 2001. Visited USA to participate in a conference on the theme, Life and Example of Prophet Muhammad: Guidance for Humanity. The Programme was organized by The Islamic Society of Orange County, California, dated 21Nov 8 Dec, 2000. Visited Romania to attend a Peace Conference held in Bucharest under the auspices of Community of St. Egidio (Italy) on 30-Aug- 1 Sept, 1998) Visited Israel to attend a conference on peace organized by The Peres Centre for Peace Tel Aviv, on 19-21 October 1997. 13