IDR Explains

In just 10 minutes, learn how India’s commons power its people, ecology, and economy—through examples, their history, and challenges.

In just four questions, learn what FRA is, why it was enacted, how it aims to benefit India’s forest-dwelling communities, and what are the barriers in doing so.

In just five questions, explore the circular economy—what it is, why it’s crucial for sustainability in India, and the challenges of adopting it.

In six questions, learn about this ecological approach to the climate crisis, with examples, history, advantages and challenges.

In just nine minutes and four questions, get an introduction to DPI in India—what it means, how it’s used, who governs it, and some challenges it faces.

In five questions, learn about this new climate financial mechanism, understand how it originated, what critics have to say about it, and what India stands to gain from it.

In just seven minutes, gain an introduction to the Indian Constitution—understand what it is, the values and rights it encompasses, and its significance in our lives today.

In just six minutes and five questions, get an introduction to farmer producer organisations in India—what they are, how they operate, their importance for India's farmers, and the major challenges they face.

In five questions, get an introduction to local government in India—what it is, its structure, functions, sources of funding, and some of the challenges it faces.

In just seven minutes and six questions, get a quick introduction to RCTs—how they work, why they're used, and what some of the criticisms and challenges around them are.