Arts haawww

Annoying aunty jee: beta, kya karna hai college me medical, engineering

Me: aunty political science honours

Aunty:oh! Neta bana hai ...shadi kar Lena college ke baad arts padhke kya fayyada

Me: aunty mughe na neta bana hai na shaadi karni hai

Aunty: aree beta yeh kaisi baat kar rahi ho arts toh ladkiyo ka subject hai waise bhi

I am writing this post after taking inspirtation from kritika’s recent post about POPULAR PERCEPTIONS

This kind of conversation is something which almost every humanities student has suffered from .We the humanities students are always looked down upon .I just have one humble request from people who have these stereotypes STOP thinking like this .Cant you ever think of the humanities students at the same level as that of science and commerce ones. Before taking humanities I was told you will have less options, you will regret etc etc. But on the contrary my family and friends were very supportive and they knew I was made for this thus I never suffered infact  I enjoyed  my two years and I never regret this decision ever. I was pretty sure of what I want to do. And what’s with the idea of “Girls ke liyehai? Why can’t guys study it? Unfortunately the no of boys opting also is less a lot of them might have interest and want to study but due to mindsets of people don’t.(PS.my class had 3-4 guys out of 40)

And I proudly claim to be a part of the jhola wala, fab inda kurta, chappal walas who speak their minds and don’t bother to know the difference between a Gucci and a Prada. Who has endless no of INTELLECTUAL discussion over coffee?

I am not here going to go on the great battle of science vs. arts vs. commerce. I just want to prove all those aunties and uncles and even my peers that there are a LOT of opportunities at our doorstep. Since a lot of non humanities guys opt for it at college level here I am giving you a brief insight-

1. history-study of the past in simple words. The different interpretations of the past allow us to see the present differently and therefore imagine—and work towards—different futures.   Through the study of history we can investigate and interpret why society developed as it has and determine what influences have affected the past and present and shape the future. It helps one to understand the immense complexity of our world and provides insights to help cope with the problems and possibilities of the present and future. After history one can get into archaeology, art history, archieves, museumologist, heritage and conservancy professional, research, teaching

3. Psychology-The study of human behaviour. This subject is perfect for those who are people’s person and have a tendency to analyse people and high on empathy and understanding people their emotions feelings etc.For me personally this was the most fascinating subject .This subject opens avenues for a lot of professions such as counselling, private sector by doing an MBA and specializing in Human resource, social psychology, child psychology etc

4. Political science-My all time favourite .it’s the study of political institutions, political theory, governace, process, policies and values. How power, authority, constitutions affect our lives the career prospects are plenty international relations, govt jobs, law, journalism, civil services

5. English-The language is ideal to study for all book lovers .English graduates are now a days a lot in demand due to globalization and increased communication. English being the global language. One can get into teaching, media, translations, private sector etc

6. sociology-deals with the study of the society and the behaviour of mankind in a variety of situations. It tries to explore the various ways in which the social structure groups, organizations, communities, social categories (such as class, sex, age, or race), and various social institutions (economical, political, or religious) affect human behaviour, actions. After doing socio one can get into law, private sector, education, social work, social psychology, international agencies, govt.Infact now a day’s advertisement firms also hire them for data analysis, research, survey etc

7. geography-Geography is the science of earth. It has branches within it such as physical geography, environment geography, human geography and so on .It has wide range of applications in fields like transportation, environmental sciences, airline route and shipping route planning, civil services, cartography (map making), satellite technology, population council, meteorology departments, education, disaster management

8. Philosophy-the general misconception is that philosophy is  easy what’s the point of studying it no career options after it etc.But in reality it isn’t so the subject is equally easy or difficult as any .One can get into law,govt,teaching,public service

9. Journalism and mass communication-In today’s time the job of a journalist isn’t restricted to a newspaper .Under print media one can work in magazines,journals,newspapers, .Electronic media which is currently booming also provides luritive opportunities such as tv,radio,internet,ad agencies. The work of a journalist isn’t a 9-5 office job it’s always almost a 24 hrs job and the work under difficult situations reporting.

Fine arts-Perfect for all Picasso and MF hussain in the making. A lot of struggle involved to establish yourself but at the end it’s all worth.

I am done sharing my Gyan .phew done for the day