New Delhi, December 9 (IANS). Lok Sabha MP Shashi Tharoor has said that OP. The Philosophy, Politics and Economics program at Jindal Global University will infuse vibrancy and enthusiasm into the curriculum. It provides a rigorous and broad education in the humanities and is a launch pad for a wide range of professions, from journalism to politics, entrepreneurship to civic activism, education to law, all of which are studied by PPE students around the world. The alumni have performed extremely well, left an indelible mark on the world and often brought about positive change in the world.
Shashi Tharoor was speaking at the launch of the four-year Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) to be launched at OP Jindal Global University (JGU) in August 2025.
Author and former international diplomat, currently Lok Sabha MP from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala since 2009, and author of 18 bestselling books, Tharoor has rapidly emerged as one of the leading institutions in the country with an impressive range of programs and courses across various disciplines. Appreciated JGU.
Shashi Tharoor said, “Today, I would say that a course like PPE is more important today than ever before as our global system is increasingly looking for dynamic young men and women who are not only capable of pursuing scientific, technical and entrepreneurial skills. Humanities are broad-minded, compassionate, learned, skilled in interpersonal relationships, and committed to humanistic values. Humanities is derived from the Latin word humanitas, which since the 1st century BC has been associated with culture, learning, and today. The humanities represent a combination of human excellence and virtue, and even after so many centuries, this study remains a tool for the indispensable purpose of humanizing us, especially in today’s times. Which is full of xenophobia, ultra-nationalism, hostility based on community and race, expansionist wars and genocide. The aim of this study should be to try to reverse the decay of humanitarian values, without Democracy, liberal constitutionalism and the rule of law are lifeless.”
“PPE students can become people-friendly and patriotic citizens who can be future visionaries and change makers by virtue of their imaginative minds, humanist faith and capacity for innovation and not just a purist understanding of science and technology and a highly rosy understanding of the humanities. “The concept will not only reduce tensions between countries, but also help solve some of the most serious crises facing countries and our world.”
The PPE program was established in Britain in the 1920s to train students in public service and develop intellectual abilities so that they could benefit society. It integrates various subjects to develop analytical and critical thinking skills among students and future professionals. However, in the century since it was first launched – from two world wars, the Cold War to multi-polarisation, technological revolution, social upheaval and rapid change – the world has changed completely. At the dawn of another era defined by the digital world and Artificial Intelligence, it is important that PPE programs are multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary and encourage a far more nuanced understanding of the global world.
OP. Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, Founder Vice-Chancellor, Jindal Global University, welcomed the renowned author, public intellectual, politician and former international diplomat and said, “We are rapidly moving towards a polarized world. When politics and philosophy When combined with the study of economics, we humanize the understanding of economic problems and create the capacity for institutions to better understand and appreciate the complexity of economics. should, especially global There must be disagreement in politics, in conflict resolution and on challenging and complex issues. Having respectful disagreement and making space for that respectful disagreement is something that global politics can enable. The Jindal School of Government and Public Policy and the Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities have come together for this curriculum because of its nuanced and less dogmatic understanding of economics along with politics and philosophy. is required.”
Professor Kathleen A. Jindal, Dean of the Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities. Modrowski said, “A pedagogical approach to the understanding of PPE can avoid teaching students only theoretical study and a narrow version of the idea. Today, the future is unknown. You can look for new solutions, new answers through old paradigms. How to think about and identify existing problems? Our approach will focus on learning from experience and mutual support – an area in which you and your mentor (who does not have all the answers) will have a collaborative dialogue. One of course. Another important feature is that students will create new knowledge by interacting with people in the society. A key element of the PPE program will be to go into the field and learn about the experiences of those who are living that experience and identify and interpret their problems. Building empathy with people, policy makers and other stakeholders is the only way to arrive at a problem solution. In addition, there are opportunities for international exchange. Enhances student’s learning experience by providing Is.”
OP. Professor R., Dean of Jindal School of Government and Public Policy, Jindal Global University. Sudarshan introduced the program and said, “Philosophy, politics and economics are the foundational courses in the humanities. Philosophy is about values, critical thinking and asking questions. The philosophy included in the PPE program enables one to be critical of what one has learned in other subjects. We want youth to be able to make informed and competent decisions. One thing PPE does, and has done historically, is to inspire youth to get involved in politics. not necessary A person should be elected in any election, but the inspiration to play a role in public life comes from the place where we live and the people around us. , provides a foundational understanding of ethics, moral philosophy and thinking critically. This program is about continuous engagement, learning and testing, which enables students to learn and grow.”
OP. Professor Dabiru Sridhar Patnaik, Registrar, Jindal Global University, delivered the valedictory address.
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