This department came into existence at the time of establishment of the college in 1990. As we know that Patharkandi College is situated in the heart of manipuri spoken area. Therefore the people of this area need to have more ideas about their mother tongue. So, more importance is given in this language. Thus, the subject is introduced in the very beginning and it is given priority.
To impart the better knowledge to the students about the mother tongue and to make them understand about the importance of this language.
1. To inspire the students to learn their mother tongue.
2. To make the UG level students aware about the importance of the mother tongue.
3. To make the students learn the different aspects of Manipuri literature.
4. To impart the knowledge of secularism, reflected in the Manipuri literature.
There is a college central library, where many books are available of this department. The faculty members and students get benefits from this library.