Ms. Ruhina Prasad | Indian Writing In English | Women Researcher Award
Ms. Ruhina Prasad is a Research Scholar and Teaching Fellow in English at Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology, Gorakhpur. Specialising in Indian Writing in English and Dalit feminist studies, she is committed to advancing gender equity and inclusivity through literature and pedagogy. Alongside her teaching experience across multiple institutions, she has presented her research internationally and received recognition for her contributions to academic conferences and research competitions.
Ms. Ruhina Prasad | Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology | India
Profile
Education
Ms. Ruhina Prasad has pursued an extensive academic journey in English studies and pedagogy. She holds a Master’s degree in English, a Bachelor’s degree in English Honours, and additional qualifications in teacher education including a Bachelor of Education and a Montessori Training Course. She has also undertaken advanced research studies, pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in English with a specialisation in Indian writing, with a focused interest in Dalit feminist studies. Her academic foundation is further strengthened by her schooling through the National Institute of Open Schooling, which instilled a solid grounding in liberal studies.
Experience
Ms. Prasad has built a rich teaching career across diverse institutions. She is presently engaged as a Research Scholar and Teaching Fellow in the Department of Humanities and Social Science at Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology, Gorakhpur. Here, she teaches professional communication, technical writing, soft skills, business communication, and workplace security across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Her earlier teaching roles include positions as a TGT English teacher at Sanskriti Public School and Stepping Stone Inter College in Gorakhpur, where she contributed to strengthening the language and communication skills of senior secondary students. She began her career as a primary teacher at Nalanda English Day School in Kolkata, where she laid the foundation of her teaching expertise.
Awards and Recognition
Ms. Prasad has made noteworthy contributions through academic events, publications, and recognitions. She has served as an organising committee member of a multidisciplinary national conference aimed at envisioning a developed India. She was awarded for her participation in a national research paper writing competition that addressed transformative agendas for nation building. Her research has been published in international platforms, including an e-book abstract on empowering marginalised women, made available on Amazon through a reputed UK publication. She has also completed several Elsevier Research Academy modules, enhancing her expertise in manuscript writing, publishing, gender equity in research, and scholarly communication.
Skills and Expertise
Her professional skills span teaching, research, academic writing, and student mentorship. She is adept at delivering courses in professional communication, technical writing, business communication, soft skills, and gender studies. Her ability to connect pedagogy with real-world social issues distinguishes her as an educator and researcher. She is also skilled in organising academic conferences, contributing to curriculum development, and advancing pedagogical innovation.
Research Focus
Her research primarily explores Indian writing in English, with a deep commitment to Dalit feminist studies. She is particularly focused on gender, justice, inclusivity, and the role of literature in shaping social transformation. Her scholarly interests also extend to sustainable development and the ways literature intersects with global goals, inclusivity, and social justice.
Research Projects
Ms. Ruhina Prasad’s research projects reflect her dedication to literature, gender, and social justice. Her ongoing doctoral research focuses on Indian writing in English with a special emphasis on Dalit feminist studies, exploring how narratives amplify the voices of marginalised women. She has presented and published research connecting literature with sustainable development goals, inclusivity, and gender equity. Her contributions include participation in international conferences, collaborative projects on global goals in world literature, and scholarly work addressing the intersections of gender, justice, and education.
Publications
Empowering the Margins: A Dalit Feminist Perspective on Gender Equity and Justice in Personal and Professional Realms towards Viksit Bharat
Authors: Ruhina Prasad, Sudhir Narayan Singh
Journal: Roadmap to Viksit Bharat
Intersections of Gender and Ecology: Ecofeminist Perspectives in Vandana Shiva’s ‘Staying Alive’
Authors: Ruhina Prasad, S. N. Singh
Journal: The Horizon of Ecocriticism in Indian Writing in English: Its Evergreen Relevance for the Environmental Stability
Unraveling the Multifaceted Tapestry: Arundhati Roy’s Exploration of Caste, Gender, and Ethnicity in Indian Folk Art through a Dalit Feminist Lens
Authors: Ruhina Prasad, S. N. Singh
Journal: Writers of the Native Fragrance: Perspectives on Indian Writing in English
How far Indian Women is Safe from Cybercrime? (A Study under IT Laws in India)
Authors: Ruhina Prasad, S. N. Singh
Journal: Exploring Digital Humanities Challenges and Opportunities
Conclusion
Ms. Ruhina Prasad emerges as a promising scholar and educator whose academic journey is marked by dedication to research and teaching excellence. Through her focus on feminist studies, communication, and pedagogy, she bridges the gap between literary scholarship and social transformation. Her achievements highlight her potential to make meaningful contributions to higher education, research, and gender equity.