Mapping of Child Vulnerability in Cities and Responses by City Governments
This project aims to map the vulnerabilities of children in urban settings and evaluate the responses of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in creating child-friendly cities.
Strengthening Decentralised Educational Planning through STARS
The project aimed to strengthen decentralised education planning and management across six states that are part of the World Bank’s STARS (Strengthening Teaching-Learning and Results for States) initiative.
Analysis of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) budgets and expenditure and the approach of five nationally important schemes across five states
This study assesses the effectiveness of IEC strategies in five major Centrally Sponsored Schemes across diverse Indian states, aiming to enhance budget utilisation, implementation, and outreach.
Evaluation of Thousand Schools Programme
This study evaluated phase 1 of the Thousand School Programme, focusing on its design, implementation, and impact on education and community adoption.
Technical Support for Institutionalisation of Child Budget 2022-23 in Chhattisgarh
The Centre for Budget and Policy Studies (CBPS) partnered with UNICEF to help the Government of Chhattisgarh institutionalise child budget statements and expenditure analysis.
Study on Governance at District Level and Below on Policies, Programme and Schemes Related to Children in Two States: Sitapur (Uttar Pradesh)
This report examines the governance structures at the district level and below, focusing on enhancing the welfare of marginalised communities, particularly children. It highlights the significance of a holistic approach to address disparities in income, representation, and access to rights. The research underscores the critical role of Panchayat Raj Institutions (PRIs) in implementing welfare schemes […]
Study on Governance at District Level and Below on Policies, Programmes and Schemes Related to Children in Two States: Chittoor (Andhra Pradesh)
The report examines the governance dynamics at the district level in India, focusing on the welfare of children, particularly those from marginalised communities. It emphasises the need for a holistic approach to address children’s rights and reduce disparities in income, representation, and access to entitlements. The study is framed within the context of the 73rd […]
An Institutional Study for Identifying Potential Pathways for Furthering the Interests of Children in Gram Panchayat: Towards Making a Child Friendly Gram Panchayat
In 2015, the revamping of the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Act of 1993 into the Karnataka Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj Act made necessary adjustments to make local self-governance more dynamic. It granted the PRIs additional autonomy with a heightened focus on the 3Fs – functions, finances, and functionaries. The Gram Panchayat (GP) is now entrusted […]
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.
Mathrupoorna, Ksheera Bhagya and Srusti Schemes in Karnataka: A review of awareness and delivery
This report examines the Mathrupoorna, Ksheera Bhagya, and Srusti schemes in Karnataka, which aim to improve maternal and child health through nutritional interventions. The study assesses the level of awareness, utilisation, and perceived benefits of these schemes, along with the challenges faced during their implementation. Data was gathered through household surveys, focus group discussions, and […]