Quality and Systemic Functioning in Secondary Education in India: A Study in Andhra Pradesh (Telugu)
Andhra Pradesh (AP) is a relatively newly formed state; it was carved out of an erstwhile state with the same name that was divided into AP and Telangana in 2014. Andhra Pradesh has a favourable sex ratio both at childbirth, and, for the population as a whole, it also reports higher gender parity at all […]
Quality and Systemic Functioning in Secondary Education in India: A Study in Andhra Pradesh (English)
Andhra Pradesh (AP) is a relatively newly formed state; it was carved out of an erstwhile state with the same name that was divided into AP and Telangana in 2014. Andhra Pradesh has a favourable sex ratio both at childbirth, and, for the population as a whole, it also reports higher gender parity at all […]
Quality and Systemic Functioning in Secondary Education in India: A Study in Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan
Secondary education has gained relevance given India’s steady economic expansion over the previous two decades, spearheaded by high-skill industries like information technology, tourism, telecommunications, retail, etc. Employer surveys, however, suggest a scarcity of competent labor. Therefore, more people with secondary education are needed (World Bank, 2009) in order to maintain this scale of development. While […]
Policy Brief: Estimating Multiplier Effect of Social Sector Expenditure in Karnataka
This policy note presents the results of a study undertaken in Karnataka to estimate multiplier effect of public spending on social sector in the state using two methodologies: Input-Output Table (IOTT) and Social Accounting Matrix (SAM). We use the lens of ‘multiplier’ here to argue that public spending in social sectors is critical for human […]
Estimating the Multiplier Effect of Social Sector Expenditure in Karnataka: An Exploration Through the Input–Output table and the Social Accounting Matrix
This report explores the critical role of public expenditure in social sectors as a catalyst for economic growth and human development, particularly in Karnataka, India. It highlights the tension between fiscal management and social investment, emphasising how prevailing views categorise social expenditures as mere consumption rather than essential investments. The historical backdrop of fiscal consolidation, […]
Undertaking an Analysis of Public Spending on Children and Preparing a Child Budget in India: A step-by-step manual
This manual is a complete guide to prepare a Child Budget or carry out an analysis of public expenditure on children with special reference to India, particularly at the level of the Indian states. Indian states are part of a federal structure and though united, they are also diverse in terms of their financial capacities, […]
Policy Brief | Estimating District Level Costs for Nutrition-Specific Interventions in Karnataka
This policy brief examines district-level expenditures on nutrition-specific interventions in Karnataka, analyzing their alignment with health outcomes and equity across regions. Karnataka, despite being economically progressive, exhibits significant disparities in nutrition indicators. While schemes like Mathrupoorna, Ksheera Bhagya, and mid-day meals dominate expenditure, accounting for 72% of the ₹5,596.16 crore spent on nutrition-specific interventions in […]
Public Expenditure Review of the Health Sector in Rajasthan
Rajasthan, the largest state in India, faces significant challenges in healthcare despite recent improvements in key indicators. With 33 districts and a population comprising 5.6% of the nation, the state exhibits alarming social indicators with only 25% of women completing at least ten years of education, and a high prevalence of child marriage among women […]
Public Expenditure Review of Secondary Education Sector In Tamil Nadu
This policy brief reviewed the status of secondary education in Tamil Nadu (TN) and analysed public expenditure in this sector, highlighting challenges and opportunities for improvement. Despite TN’s performance exceeding the all-India average, it lagged behind Kerala, the top-performing state. The study found high net attendance ratios (NAR) at the upper-primary and secondary levels, yet […]
Public Expenditure Review of Secondary Education in Tamil Nadu
This report analysed public expenditure on secondary education in Tamil Nadu, focusing on its implications for educational access and quality. The study aimed to understand the directions, priorities, and reach of public spending in this critical sector, particularly given the state’s notable economic growth juxtaposed with significant disparities in educational attainment across districts. Data from […]