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Dispatch #97: Lessons from the South- How Sri Lanka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu achieved human development
This dispatch explores the interconnected development journeys of Sri Lanka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, highlighting how these regions achieved remarkable…
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Dispatch #96: From bottom-up to top-down: How China and India approach education differently
This dispatch examines the contrasting educational paths of China & India from 1900 to 2018, highlighting how their unique approaches to human capital…
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Dispatch #95: Ambedkar's Preamble- Unpacking the vision behind India's Constitutional promise
This dispatch unpacks how justice, liberty, equality, & fraternity became the pillars of India’s Constitution, reflecting Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s…
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Dispatch #94: Stigma and success- How caste shapes business outcomes in India
This dispatch explores how caste-based stigma in India impacts business outcomes, especially for Dalits.
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Dispatch #93:The rise & challenges of public policy education in India
This dispatch traces the growth of public policy education in India, examining its historical roots, curriculum challenges, and career opportunities.
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Dispatch #92: Building strong states: The political & economic foundations of state capacity
This dispatch delves into Timothy Besley/Torsten Persson's exploration of state capacity; how legal & fiscal institutions evolve through economic…
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Dispatch #91: The political economy of state capacity
Stuti Khemani’s paper on state capacity emphasises the need to address both political and bureaucratic challenges to build effective government…
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Gentle Leviathan
Gentle Leviathan explores the intersections of governance, politics & societal dynamics. With a focus on nuanced analysis, it offers readers deep dives into contemporary issues & timeless ideas, fostering critical thinking & engaging discourse.

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