A Feasibility and Validation Study of the Kalikayatna Initiative
This study examines Kalikayatna, a novel learning initiative focusing on ‘how’ children learn, in schools across India. The initiative arose from a need to address absenteeism and non-enrollment. The study also explores its feasibility of expansion in Karnataka.
Higher Education Review and Career Trajectory of Open Distance Learning Students
The main objective of this study is to understand the career trajectory chosen by the ODL students and the value addition provided by the ODL institutions in terms of future economic/educational activities. Sample states include Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan and Delhi with a sample size of 1500 ODL alumni.
Reducing Child Marriage in India: A Model to Scale Up Results
A desk-based study that aimed to develop a model for scaling up interventions to accelerate reduction of child marriage. This study analysed the data regarding education, marital status of children (married, separated, divorced) and status of child marriage in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh (undivided) and West Bengal.
Analysis of Health Budgets with a Special Focus On RCH and MCH Components of National Health Mission in Bihar and Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu
This study presents different aspects and perspectives of health expenditure in the states of Bihar, Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu, highlighting that public investments are critical and are the first step in improving healthcare system especially in rural areas or where the concentration of poor population is higher.
Promoting Inclusive Governance in Karnataka Through Budget Work
This project used budget analysis as a tool to try and improve governance practices within the State government, and improve the scope of the government’s inclusivity via consultation with the government and other municipal bodies.
Informing Social Protection Norms and Policies for Women and Children in Karnataka
This project studied the enrollment process of RSBY in its third round in two districts of Karnataka. It also looked into data from Yeshasvini and Vajpayee Aarogyashri Schemes focusing on utilisation patterns among women and children.
An Analysis of Delhi Police Budgets and its Implications for Women Citizens
A micro-study of budgets of the Delhi Police, and its budgeting process, with a particular focus on linkages with the police response to crimes against women.
Emerging Employment Opportunities and Women’s Experiences of Empowerment and Violence
The study, in the wake increasing violence against young women in India, seeks primarily to study women’s experiences of empowerment and violence in India.
Residential Schooling Strategies: Impact on Girl’s Education and Empowerment
This study is a comprehensive review of the impact and effectiveness of residential schooling facilities for girls from disadvantaged communities.
Public Expenditure on Children in Karnataka
Using the tools of public expenditure analysis and benefit or expenditure incidence analysis, the study looked at expenditure incurred on children i.e. all individuals within the age group of 0-18 years during the period 2001-02 to 2012-13.