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{{short description|Constituent college of the University of Delhi}}
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{{Infobox university
| name = Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College
| image = Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College.jpg
| motto = Tejasvi-Naav-Adhitam-Astu
| mottoeng = May our learning be endowed with radiance
| established = August 3, 1959
| type = Government
| principal = Gyantosh Kumar Jha<ref>{{Cite web|title=Principal's Welcome – Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College|url=https://www.arsdcollege.ac.in/index.php/principals-message/|access-date=2021-07-11|language=en-US}}</ref>
| students =
| undergrad = 3586
| postgrad = 167
| address = South Campus, [[Dhaula Kuan]]
| city = [[Delhi]]
| state = [[New Delhi]]
| country = [[India]]
| campus = South Campus
| website = {{URL|http://www.arsdcollege.ac.in/ }}
| coordinates = {{coord|28.5912|77.1655|type:College|display=inline,title}}
| staff =
| faculty =
| affiliations = [[University of Delhi]]
}}'''Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College''' (ARSD College), formerly '''Sanatan Dharma College''', is a co-educational constituent college of the [[University of Delhi]].<ref>{{cite web | title = Atma Ram Sanatan Dharam College | publisher = University of Delhi | url = http://www.du.ac.in/du/index.php?page=atma-ram-sanatan-dharam-college | accessdate = 2014-08-15 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20140730023624/http://www.du.ac.in/du/index.php?page=atma-ram-sanatan-dharam-college | archive-date = 30 July 2014 | url-status = dead }}</ref> The college was founded on August 3, 1959, by the [[Sanatan Dharma Maha Sabha]], [[Delhi]]. Late Shri Atma Ram Chadha, a [[philanthropist]], took over as chairman of the college governing body in 1967. The current chairman of the college is Prof. Renu Deswal.<ref>{{cite web|title=One DU college where new session is still to begin|url=http://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/one-du-college-where-new-session-is-still-to-begin/|accessdate=31 August 2014|agency=Indian Express|date=July 27, 2011}}</ref>

==Rankings==
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| type= College
| NIRF_C_2021=12}}
The college has been ranked as 5th best college in India as per [[National Institutional Ranking Framework]] in 2017. In 2021 the college has 12th rank across India as per [[NIRF]]

==Academics==
The college offers various undergraduate and postgraduate courses under the aegis of the [[University of Delhi]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Atma Ram Sanatan Dharam College - University of Delhi|url=http://www.du.ac.in/du/index.php?page=atma-ram-sanatan-dharam-college|website=Du.ac.in|accessdate=31 August 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140913071052/http://www.du.ac.in/du/index.php?page=atma-ram-sanatan-dharam-college|archive-date=13 September 2014|url-status=dead}}</ref>

===Undergraduate courses===
* B.A. Programme
*[[B.A. (Hons)|B.A. Honours]]: [[Economics]], [[English language | English]], [[Hindi]], [[History]], [[Political Science]]
* B.Com Honours/Programme
* B.Sc. Programme
*[[Bachelor of Science|B.Sc. Honours]]: [[Chemistry]], [[Computer Science]], [[Electronics]], [[Mathematics]], [[Physics]]
*[[Bachelor of Science|B.Sc]].:[[Outline of physical science|Physical Science]]

===Postgraduate courses===
* [[Masters of Arts]] English, Hindi, Political Science
* [[Master of Commerce]]

===Add-on courses===
* Computer Courses
* French Language
* Mastering the Stock Market - Experiential Learning
* Financial Modelling — Data Analysis with MS - EXCEL
* Understanding of Taxation : GST and its applications"

==Clubs and societies==
===DHIRAH===
Dhirah is the Spiritual society of ARSD College, which has links with ISKCON temple. It is the need of present society and specially youth to connect with real knowledge and develop moral values, the society carrying forward the legacy of Hare Krishna movement guides students towards the truth.

===NSS===
The college has a [[National Service Scheme|NSS]] unit.{{citation needed|date=July 2021}}

===Nimbus===
The college has an active debating society, Nimbus (The Debaters),<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.arsdcollege.net/Magazine.aspx|title=Arsdcollege.net|website=Arsdcollege.net|accessdate=18 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180718174723/http://www.arsdcollege.net/Magazine.aspx|archive-date=18 July 2018|url-status=dead}}</ref> helping students learn the art of debating. In the published annual report from 2012, the society talks about its aim to develop visionary leaders. The society saw a major restructuring in the same year and has gained recognition in the college as well as university debating circuits.

===Rangayan===
The Dramatics Society, Rangayan, was founded in 2005 with the aim of inculcating in the students an appreciation for theatre and dramaturgy as well as highlighting the collective conscience as an imperative. In the fourteen years since its inception, Rangayan has worked towards staging productions that serve to entertain and educate. Rangayan organizes a three-day theatre festival at Sri Ram Centre every year, titled Rangsheersh Jaidev Natyotsav, in honour of Dr. Jaidev Taneja, a drama critic and founder of Rangayan.<ref>{{cite web| url = https://www.thehindu.com/features/friday-review/theatre/piquant-performances/article6963176.ece| title = Piquant performances - The Hindu}} </ref><ref>{{cite web| url = https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/theatre/of-warrior-queen-and-witty-bride/article26138028.ece| title = Of warrior queen and witty bride - The Hindu}} </ref><ref>{{cite web| url = https://www.jagran.com/news/national-ncr-brave-theatre-artist-kritika-proved-the-show-must-go-on-read-full-story-jagran-special-18874703.html| title = Brave Theatre artist Kritika Proved The show must go on read full story Jagran Special}}</ref><ref>{{cite web| url = https://www.jagran.com/delhi/new-delhi-city-ncr-khoobsoorat-bahu-play-staged-in-delhis-mandi-house-18863117.html| title = Khoobsoorat bahu play staged in delhis mandi house}}</ref> The Society also organizes a month-long theatre workshop for theatre enthusiasts at the beginning of the session. Rangayan is an integral part of the College’s community outreach programmes as well.<ref>{{cite web| url = http://arsdcollege.ac.in/index.php/portfolio/lorem-ipsum-dolor/| title = Rangayan – Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College}}</ref>

===NCC===
ARSD NCC is one of the most active student bodies of the college. The college maintains two platoons of NCC (Army Wing) where only men can participate in NCC. Every year, cadets from the NCC units of the college are selected to participate in the Republic Day parade. Cadets have also been selected for youth change programs and participated in drills in China and Sri Lanka.<ref name="arsdcollege.net">{{cite web|url=http://www.arsdcollege.net/News_pdf/Prospectus_Atmaram_College_2015_16.pdf|title=Arsdcollege.net|website=Arsdcollege.net|accessdate=18 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180711204550/http://www.arsdcollege.net/News_pdf/Prospectus_Atmaram_College_2015_16.pdf|archive-date=11 July 2018|url-status=dead|df=dmy-all}}</ref>

===TILT===
The Film Appreciation Society of ARSD College is a film club that holds film screenings, readings, and discussions in the college.{{citation needed|date=April 2021}}

===Ambedkar Study Circle===
The theme of this study circle is to highlight the role played by ‘Nation Builder Baba Sahib Bhim Rao Ambedkar’. The society aims at teaching the contemporary relevance of Ambedkar’s views and how all the sections of the society should learn from his ideals.

===Gandhi Study Circle===
The Gandhi Study Circle, ARSD College, is dedicated to propagate the message of Gandhiji to young students as well as the college fraternity to instil the values of satya, ahimsa and shanti. The Gandhi Study Circle provides an active platform to the students to express diverse opinions on different topics, going beyond mere promotion of Gandhian values. To achieve the stipulated objectives the society organizes seminars, debates, quiz competitions, peace marches, observance on Gandhi Jayanti and Martyr’s Day. The Gandhi Study Circle attempts to understand Gandhi and place Gandhian thought and its relevance within a contemporary framework. The members of the Gandhi Study Circle and students of our College have also been involved in the activities of Gandhi Bhawan, University of Delhi.

===Arteysania===
The purpose of the Art and Craft society in ARSD College is to ensure all-round personality development of the students of the College .The attempt is made by the Society to enhance the artistic traits of the students, and identify and encourage those with an inclination to any arts or crafts of their choice.

===PixElation===
PixElation is the photography society of ARSD College.{{citation needed|date=April 2021}}

===Enactus===
[[Enactus]], previously known as [[:simple:Students in Free Enterprise|Students in Free Enterprise]] is an international non-profit organization that works with university students to make a difference in their communities along with developing their skills to become socially responsible entrepreneurs. The college has an active [[Enactus]] chapter that undertakes various social entrepreneurship projects.<ref>{{Cite web |date=June 16, 2022 |title=Enactus ARSD |url=https://www.enactus.arsdcollege.ac.in/ |url-status=live |access-date=June 16, 2022 |website=Enactus ARSD}}</ref>

===Women Development Cell===
The Women Development Cell was instituted at ARSD College with the objective to mainly empower female students of the College. It believes in strengthening students by creating awareness about socio-political, cultural, and legal perspectives through talks, workshops and symposia. Through its myriad activities—street plays, creative writing, poster-making, debates, movie screenings, group discussions, gender sensitization workshops, yoga workshops, self-defense training courses — the Cell sensitizes and educates female students in a holistic manner. The Cell conducts self defense and women safety training workshop for female students.

===Vedanta===
Vedanta is the Hindi Debate Committee of Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College.{{citation needed|date=April 2021}}

===Cultural Society===
The Culture Society of ARSD aims to encourage students’ interest, participation and responsibility by providing social, cultural and recreational activities for the College community. Keeping this in mind the College has different groups which give students an opportunity to demonstrate and develop their talent in the fields of music, dance and other fields of culture, giving a boost to their physical and mental health.

==== Saarang ====
Saarang is the music society of the ARSD College.{{citation needed|date=April 2021}}

==== Kalashree ====
Kalashree is a dance club in the college that provides a platform for students who have interest in folk dance as well as classical and semi-classical dance forms of India.{{citation needed|date=April 2021}}

==== A-Crew Unit ====
A-Crew Unit is a western dance group in the college.{{citation needed|date=April 2021}}

==== Stellar ====
In modern era, the study of culture and human societies, studies fashion. Fashion means presenting oneself in clothing, footwear, lifestyle, accessories, makeup, and hairstyle.

==Publication==
The college publishes the magazine ''Udayachal'' every year. It contains articles, writings, stories, and essays contributed by the students and staff. The magazine showcases the educational, research, cultural and
sports activities of the college. It has sections in English, Hindi and Sanskrit.<ref name="arsdcollege.net"/>

==Notable alumni==
The notable alumni of the college include.

* [[Ramakant Goswami]], minister in Delhi government<ref name="arsdcollege.net"/>
* [[Jaspreet Jasz]], singer<ref name="arsdcollege.net"/>
* [[Rajkumar Rao]], actor<ref name="arsdcollege.net"/>
* [[Sudhir Chaudhary (journalist)|Sudhir Chaudhary]], Senior Editor Zee News<ref name="arsdcollege.net"/>

==See also==

* [[Education in India]]
* [[Education in Delhi]]
* [[List of institutions of higher education in Delhi]]
* [[Sanatan Dharma College]]
* [[University of Delhi]]

==References==
{{Reflist|2}}

==External links==
* [http://www.arsdcollege.ac.in Website]

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