Biography
Anitha Kumari, currently employed as a Home Science Lecturer at Government College for Women (A) in Guntur, was recruited through direct recruitment by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC). And she has gained over 12 years of teaching experience in the college education with a strong commitment to excellence embodying the ideals of college.
Anitha Kumari earned her Ph.D. in Extension Education from Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, Hyderabad. Complementing her doctoral degree, she holds the NET in ICAR and has completed the International Agricultural Rural Development Programme INTAG 402 & 602 from Cornell University in the year 2008, Ithaca, New York, during her pursuit of the Ph.D. degree. Her professional journey has been marked by diverse experiences, reflecting her dedication to continuous learning and growth.
Since June 2011, she has been sharing her expertise and passion for teaching home science with her students at Government College for Women (A), Guntur. Prior to her teaching role, she served as an Instructor at Middle level training centre, Extension Training centre, Hyderabad. She also held the position of Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) at Krishi Vigyan Kendre, Garikapadu ANGRAU.
Beyond academia, Anitha finds enjoyment in activities such as newspaper reading and staying updated with national news channels. Her diverse interests outside the classroom underscore her well-rounded personality and commitment to staying informed about current affairs.
Area of Interests / Specialization:
Academic stress among the college students, Women leadership in politics, Public private partnership etc
Courses taught
- Human physiology
- Basic nutrition
- Fundamentals of meal management
- Food science,
- Community nutrition
- Textiles science
- Growth and development during lifespan
- Nutritional biochemistry
- Entrepreneurship development
- Training and Human Resource Development
- Resource management
- Tie and Dye
Completed Minor research Project
Analysis on “Role of Public Private Partnership in Higher Education in Guntur District of Andhra Pradesh funded by UGC
Authored and Published books
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Sl.No |
Title of the book |
Title of the book chapter |
Authors |
Year of Published |
ISBN |
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1 |
India and the World Economy/Society/Quality
Worldwide circulation through Authors Press global network By Authors press Q-2A Hauz Khas Enclave , NewDelhi-110016 |
Leadership characteristics of women sarpanch in Andhra Pradesh |
K.Anitha Kumari,B.Jamuna Rani, K.N.Raja Kumar |
2023 |
978-93-5529-653-5 |
RESEARCH ARTICLES
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Sl.No |
Title of the paper |
Authors |
Name of the Journal |
Issue No& Vol.No. |
International/National/State/Regional |
Year of Publishing |
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1 |
“Coping Mechanisms adopted by the Undergraduate Students of Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University to overcome the Academic Stress.” |
K.Anitha and Dr.Ch.Venugopal Reddy |
The Journal of Research ANGRAU |
.Vol.XXX.No. (4), 39-44, Oct-Dec, 2002. |
National |
2002 |
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2 |
Causes of Personal and family Environmental Stress among the undergraduate students”
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K.Anitha and Dr.Ch.Venugopal Reddy” |
The Journal Of Research ANGRAU.
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Vol. XXXII. No.(3), 43-49, |
National |
July-Sep, 2004.
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3 |
Academic Stress among the undergraduate students of Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural university
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Dr. K. Anitha kumari, Dr. Ch. Venu Gopal reddy & K.N. Raja Kumar |
Arts & Education International research Journal
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Vol. I, Issue –I Pg.No 252-254, June, 2014ISSN 2349-1353 ISBN 978-93-84124-06-9 |
International |
June, 2014 |
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4
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A study on Leadership Characteristics of “Women Sarpanch in Andhra Pradesh” |
Dr. K. Anitha Kumari, Dr. B. Jamuna rani |
Human Rights International Journal ,
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Vol.2, Issue I, Pg.No 210-213 ISSN 2320-6942 |
International |
March 2014 |
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5 |
A Study on Relation between Profile of Undergraduate students of Acharya N.G.Ranga agricultural university and their Academic stress
|
Dr. K. Anitha kumari, Dr. Ch. Venu Gopal reddy |
Arts & Education International research Journal Biannual |
Vol. I, Issue –2 Pg.No 407-408 2014ISSN 2349-1353 ISBN 978-93-84124-21-9 |
Referred |
2014 |
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6
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Contributory Factors to the Role Performance of Women Sarpanch in Andhra Pradesh" |
Dr. K Anitha Kumari and Dr. B Jamuna Rani, |
Indian Journal of Social Research |
volume 56 no. 4 Pg.No. 553-560 ISSN : 0019-5626 |
National |
(July-Aug) 2015,
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7 |
The role of exercise and Nutrition in Diabetes |
Dr. K Anitha Kumari |
International Journal of law,Education,Social and sports studies(IJLESS) |
Vol.2.S3. 2015 2394-9724 |
International |
2015
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8 |
Role Performance of Women Sarpanch in Andhra Pradesh" |
Dr.K. Anitha kumari and Dr. B Jamuna Rani, |
Indian Journal of Social Research |
volume 59 no. 3(May-June)0019-5626 pg no :427-433 |
National |
May-June 2018 |
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9 |
Profile of Women Sarpanch in Andhra Pradesh |
Dr.K. Anitha kumari and Dr. B. Jamuna Rani
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Indian Journal of Social Research
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0019-5626 volume 59 no. 4 (July-August) pg no :555-563 |
National |
July-August,2018 |
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10 |
A study on profile characteristics of Private aided colleges in Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh |
Dr.K. Anitha kumari
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Indian Journal of Social Research
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0019-5626 Vol. 61 (5+6) (Sep-Oct + Nov-Dec, 2020) (213-231)
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National |
Sep-Oct + Nov-Dec, 2020) |
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11 |
Role of Public Private Partnership in Higher Education - A Study in Andhra Pradesh
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Dr.K. Anitha kumari
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Sambodhi UGC Care Journal |
ISSN: 2249-6661 Vol-43, No.-04 (IV) July-September (2020) |
National |
July-September (2020) |
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12 |
A comparative study on the availability and standards of academic libraries in the degree colleges in Guntur District of Andhra Pradesh |
Dr.K. Anitha kumari
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Indian Journal of Social Research
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0019-5626 Vol. 64 (3+4) e-ISSN 2454-3624 |
National |
May- June + July-August 2023 |
Article published in Seminars
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Sl.No |
Title of the paper |
Authors |
Name of the Journal |
Issue No& Vol.No. |
International/National/State/Regional |
Year of Publishing |
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1. |
A review on quest for wellness management – A life style approach to health
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Dr.k Anitha Kumari |
International Journal of Academic Research |
, ISSN-2348-7666 Vol.3, Issue No 9(4) |
International Journal |
Sep 2016 |
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2 |
A review on financial inclusion for Peasants and Agricultural labourers
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Dr. K. Anitha Kumari, K.N. Raja Kumar |
--- |
ISBN 978-93-82163-67-1, Paramount publishing House Pg.No. 245-247 |
National |
22nd-23rd Aug, 2014 |
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3 |
Adverse effects of chemical fertilisers and pesticides on human health and environment
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Dr. K. Anitha Kumari, K.N. Raja Kumar
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Journal of toxic metals ,minerals, and solvents leading to environmental pollution |
ISSN 0974-2115 |
National |
17th – 18th October, 2014 |
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4 |
A Review on hormonal disruptions
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Dr. K. Anitha Kumari,Dr.G,Padmini Devi , B.Dorka Vijaya Kumari
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Bulletin of Pharmaceutical and Medical Sciences (BOPAMS), |
ISSN: 2455-02133(P):2321-4503(O) Vol.4.S1. P.No.131-132 |
Peer reviewed and indexed Impact factor: 0.529(GIF) |
December 2016
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5 |
The role of exercise and Nutrition in Diabetes |
Dr. K. Anitha Kumari |
International Journal of Law,education ,social and sports studies
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Vol.2.S3.2015 ISSN 2394-9724 Issue 3 2015 Pg.No177-179 Peer reviewed and reffered
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International National |
16th & 17th October 2015 |
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6 |
An analysis of coping mechanisms adopted by the undergraduate students of Acharya N.G.Ranga University |
Dr.K.Anitha Kumari |
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ISBN 778-93-85108-13-6-2015 |
National
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Octobber 9th &10th 2015 |
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7 |
Revitalizing the libraries to the android society
Organized by National Institute of Technology, Warangal, Telangana |
Dr.K.Anitha Kumari |
A comparative study on the availability and standards of academic libraries in the degree colleges in Guntur District of Andhra Pradesh
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ISBN 978-93-95038-25-6
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International Conference
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12th & 13th October 2022 |
Paper presented in National Seminars
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Sl.No |
Title of the Seminar/Workshop |
Title of the paper |
Author |
International/National/State |
Date |
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1 |
Women Empowerment Through Inclusive Growth in Indian Economy Babu Jagajivan Rao Govt. Degree College, Bazarghat,Nampally, Hyderabad |
Attitude on women reservation- A Study in Andhra Pradesh
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Dr. K. Anitha Kumari, K.N. Raja Kumar
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National |
29th & 30th November, 2013 |
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2 |
Human Development & Women Empowerment Issues and Strategies MALD Govt Arts & Science College, Gadwal,Mahabubnagar |
Success stories of women headed Grampanchayaths in AP
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Dr. K. Anitha Kumari Dr.B. Jamuna Rani
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National |
29th & 30th November 2013 |
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3 |
Development of infrastructure facilities in rural Andhra Pradesh with special reference to health care Dr.K.R.R.M. Degree College, Duggirala |
Nutritional interventions for Rural Women
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Dr. K. Anitha Kumari |
National |
6th December, 2013 |
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4 |
Financial inclusion for inclusive growth Opportunities and challenges(UGC) Government Degree College ,Zaheerabad,Medak,Talangana
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A review on financial inclusion for Peasants and Agricultural labourers
|
Dr. K. Anitha Kumari, K.N. Raja Kumar |
ISBN 978-93-82163-67-1, Paramount publishing House Pg.No. 245-247 |
22nd-23rd Aug, 2014 |
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5 |
Impact of toxic metals, minerals and solvents leading to environmental pollution(UGC) Govt. Degree College for Women, Guntur, |
Adverse effects of chemical fertilisers and pesticides on human health and environment
|
Dr. K. Anitha Kumari, K.N. Raja Kumar |
ISSN 0974-2115
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17th – 18th October, 2014 |
|
6 |
Gender mainstreaming issues and strategies for empowerment(UGC) Dr.Durga Bai Deshmukh Centre for Women Studies(UGC)Centre for study of social exclusion and inclusive policy, Andhra university, Visakhapatnam |
Indian Scene: Quest for Gender Equality
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Dr. K. Anitha Kumari Dr.B. Jamuna Rani
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International Conference |
5-6 th March 2014 Pg.No.30 |
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7 |
Pychosomatic stress Acharya Nagarjuna University, Dept of Food and nutritional Sciences |
Stress management through diet
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P.Hemalatha Dr.P.Padmini Devi Dr.K.AnithaKumari, |
National |
4th & 5th February 2014 |
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8 |
The role of ICT in the classroom teaching Andhra Loyola College (A) Vijayawada |
Blog-An user friendly technology in the class room
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Dr. K. Anitha Kumari, K.N. Raja Kumar
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National |
11-12 Aug 2014 |
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9 |
Retail marketing-problems and Prospects Giriraj Govt. College (A), Nizamabad |
Retail in India –Past, Present and Future
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Dr. K. Anitha Kumari, Dr. G. Padmini Devi |
National |
26-27, Sep 2014 |
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10 |
Institutional preparedness for meeting NAAC requirements, GDC, Narasam pet |
Significance of Extension Services as Institutional Social Responsibility |
Dr. K. Anitha Kumari, |
National |
Dec 22nd & 23rd 2014 |
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11 |
Class room of the future –Interply of educational Psychology and Technology |
An analysis of coping mechanisms adopted by the undergraduate students of Acharya N.G.Ranga University |
Dr.K.Anitha Kumari |
National ISBN 778-93-85108-13-6-2015 |
October 9th &10th 2015 |
|
12 |
” Role of sports and Nutrition – its impact on personality development” Kasireddy VenkataReddy Govt College for Women, Kurnool |
The role of balanced diets in exercise and strenuous physical performance
|
Dr.K.Anitha Kumari
|
National |
18th -19th February 2015 |
|
13 |
Nurturing world class sports persons-Roles Strategies and Responsibilities(NWCSP-RSR-2015) |
The role of exercise and Nutrition in Diabetes Pg.No177-179
|
Dr. K. Anitha Kumari |
International Journal Vol.2.S3.2015 2394-9724 Issue 3 2015
|
16th & 17th October 2015 |
|
14 |
Improving the quality of education by effective use of information and communication technology Govt.Degree College for women (A),Guntur |
Blog-an user friendly and integrate technology in the classroom |
Dr.k Anitha Kumari
|
National |
20th -21st Dec 2016 |
|
15 |
A Holistic Approach to Health And Wellness ASD Govt Degree College for Wome, West Godavari |
A review on quest for wellness management – A life style approach to health |
Dr.k Anitha Kumari
|
National |
Sep 2016 |
|
16 |
Impact of Pharmaceutical and Personal Care Products on Environment and Sustainability of Envvironment YA Govt. College for women, Chirala, Prakasam Dist |
A review on Hormonal Disruptions
|
Dr.k.Anitha Kumari B.Dorka Vijaya Kumari |
National |
.Dec 2016 |
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17 |
Interface between Agriculture, Foodscience and Technology GCW(A), Guntur |
Zero Hunger Challenges for Hunger Free India |
Dr.k.Anitha Kumari |
National ISBN 978-93-85132-14-8 |
5-6th ,January 2017 |
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18 |
Revitalizing the libraries to the android society
Organized by National Institute of Technology, Warangal, Telangana |
A comparative study on the availability and standards of academic libraries in the degree colleges in Guntur District of Andhra Pradesh |
Dr.k.Anitha Kumari |
International Conference ISBN 978-93-95038-25-6
|
12th& 13th October 2022 |
Radio talks
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Sl.No |
Year |
Topic |
Venue |
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1. |
2016 |
Radio talk on Grameena mahilalo adhika aadaya margalu |
All India Radio, Vijayawada |
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2. |
2018 |
Poshaka Lopalanu arikattadaniki Poshan Mission |
All India Radio, Vijayawada |
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3. |
2018 |
Intilo Krimi keetakalanivarana Padhathulu |
All India Radio, Vijayawada |
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4. |
2019 |
Nutrition Mission |
All India Radio, Vijayawada |