Lucknow University professor awarded with Shiksha Garav Award

Updated on: Tuesday, November 20, 2012

 DK Singh, associate professor, social work department, LU has been awarded 'Shiksha Garav' Award in an international seminar on 'Professional Development of Teachers'. The award is commissioned by the World Peace Movement Trust. Singh has given outstanding contribution in field of education as well as starting various professional courses in Lucknow University. He has written more than 15 books and carried out various research projects also.

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