🏛️ Talk on “Iconography of Goan Sculptures”
Organized by the Department of History
📅 Participants: F.Y.B.A. & S.Y.B.A. Students
👨🏫 Resource Person: Dr. Rohit Phalgaonkar
(Assistant Professor, Department of History & Coordinator – Centre for Archaeological Studies, Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Government College and Research Centre, Virnoda-Pernem, Goa)
The Department of History organized a talk on “Iconography of Goan Sculptures” for F.Y.B.A. and S.Y.B.A. History students.
The session was conducted by Dr. Rohit Phalgaonkar, Assistant Professor, Department of History, and Coordinator – Centre for Archaeological Studies, Sant Sohirobanath Ambiye Government College and Research Centre, Virnoda-Pernem, Goa.
💡 Session Highlights
Dr. Phalgaonkar provided an engaging overview of the symbolism, artistic elements, and cultural narratives reflected in Goan sculptures.
He explained how sculpture serves as a vital source of historical evidence, revealing insights into Goa’s religious, social, and artistic traditions.
The talk deepened students’ understanding of Goa’s art heritage and encouraged them to appreciate the interplay between history, religion, and aesthetics.
👩🎓 Participation
A total of 49 students attended the talk and actively interacted with the speaker, gaining valuable knowledge about Goan iconography and its historical significance.
✨ Conclusion
The session was insightful and informative, sparking student interest in archaeological studies and cultural history.
It successfully enriched their perspective on Goa’s artistic and historical legacy, aligning with the department’s goal of promoting experiential and heritage-based learning.