A Review of Master’s in Public Health Education in India
This study sought to critically appraise the proposed MPH model curriculum alongside existing institutional practices. It also aimed to assess the resources available to students, including teaching materials and academic research opportunities, as well as government support for universities and job prospects for graduates.
Analysis of Macro-economic Impact of COVID-19 and Development of Responsive Financing Model for Chhattisgarh
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the global economy, including India. Chhattisgarh managed to enhance GST collections and maintain low unemployment. However, it faced revenue threats and increased expenditures for pandemic management. This study aimed to analyse revenue losses, and sector impacts, and explore innovative funding strategies for vulnerable populations.
Institutional Mapping of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) Through the Lens of Sanitation And Solid Waste Management (SWM) Services
The study aimed to understand how Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in India implemented sanitation and solid waste management (SWM) services, recognising their critical role in urban productivity and sustainability.
Gender Violence in Public Spaces: Studying the Approaches and Theorising the Pathways of Change
The project aims to understand how various organisations addressed gender violence in public spaces across Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Telangana by identifying micro-mechanisms of change that could inform long-term social transformations. It emphasises that addressing women’s access to public spaces is crucial for achieving equality.
Evaluation of the ISST project ‘Capacity Building in Gender Transformative Evaluation’
CBPS evaluated ISST’s online course, “Facilitating Gender Transformative Evaluations,” which aims to enhance evaluators’ capacities through a feminist lens. The evaluation involved reviewing course materials and interviewing coordinators and participants to assess efficacy and provide recommendations for future iterations of the module.
Study on Governance at District level and Below of Policies, Programmes and Schemes Related to Children
The study focused on understanding governance at the district level and below, particularly the processes of planning, budgeting, implementation, and monitoring related to access to entitlements under various laws and policies.
Institutional Study for Identifying Potential Pathways Towards Making a Child-friendly Gram Panchayat
The study analysed well-performing Gram Panchayats (GPs) and other institutions, such as Anganwadi Centres, VHSNC, SDMC, and Bal Vikas Samithi, at the GP level to evaluate their functioning in relation to statutory responsibilities across various divisions of Karnataka.
National Capacities Strengthened to Address Gender Equality in Education
This study investigates the root causes of boys’ underachievement and disengagement from education, focusing on intersectional factors across individual, family, and societal levels. It also evaluates policy initiatives to address these challenges and explores the potential for scaling successful strategies.
Public Expenditure Review of School Education in Select States
The study aimed to gain a deeper understanding of budget and expenditure trends and fiscal accountability in school education in six states — Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, and Rajasthan — covering the period from 2011-12 to 2019-20.
Public Expenditure on Health in Maharashtra – A critical analysis of size, sources, priorities, flow, processes and management
This study analysed Maharashtra’s health expenditure, focusing on Maternal and Child Health, fund-flow mechanisms, planning challenges, and Gram Panchayats’ role in health prioritisation.