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Academic Department Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala University Estd. 1937

Oriental Research Institute and Manuscript Library

Constituent Department of University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram

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About Oriental Research Institute and Manuscript Library

Background, academic mission, and departmental profile

Oriental Research Institute and Manuscripts Library is an academic department of the university of Kerala. It has a history of about a century, and now done substantial work in the field of Indological studies. It has come in to existence out of royal interest.Situated at the beautiful scenario of Kariavattom Campus, the Department is symbolically the converging point of Eastern and Western architecture. The building became a reality, due to the timely efforts of former Central Minister, Dr.S.Karan Singh. His dreams came true in 1982, when the department was officially inaugurated at Kariavattom.

Oriental Research Institute and Manuscript Library
University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala
India

Faculty Type Postgraduate Teaching Department
Affiliation University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
Campus Location Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries about Oriental Research Institute and Manuscript Library

Where is the Oriental Research Institute and Manuscript Library located?

The Oriental Research Institute and Manuscript Library is an academic teaching department of University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?

Admissions to courses offered by Oriental Research Institute and Manuscript Library are conducted as per University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.

What qualifications are awarded by Oriental Research Institute and Manuscript Library?

Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.