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IDR Explains

A comprehensive introduction to a development topic, concept, or approach that captures expert views as well as the latest secondary research on the topic.
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January 28, 2020
IDR Explains | Local government in India
In just seven minutes and 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.
by India Development Review | 7 min read
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November 12, 2019
IDR Explains | Randomised Controlled Trials (RCTs)
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.
by India Development Review | 7 min read
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September 25, 2019
IDR Explains | Impact investing
In just six minutes and six questions, get a quick introduction to impact investing—what it is, the size of the market, and how we can make the ecosystem more robust.
by India Development Review | 6 min read
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May 21, 2019
IDR Explains | FCRA
In just nine minutes, get a quick introduction to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act—its history, how it affects Indian nonprofits, who is eligible for it, the controversy around it, and more.
by India Development Review | 9 min read
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November 28, 2018
IDR Explains | Development Impact Bonds
In just five minutes and five questions, get a quick introduction to Development Impact Bonds—what they are, how they work, and why there is so much debate around them.
by India Development Review | 6 min read
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September 19, 2018
IDR Explains | Frontline Health Workers
In just eight minutes and five questions, get a quick introduction to Frontline Health Workers—who they are, what they do, why they matter, and their challenges.
by India Development Review | 7 min read
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