The Institute for Inclusive Growth and Development conducts rigorous, policy-relevant research on rural development, poverty, education, and social inclusion in India. We translate evidence into actionable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and communities.
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The Institute for Inclusive Growth and Development was established in Dharwad, Karnataka, with a founding commitment to producing rigorous, policy-relevant research on the challenges facing marginalised communities across India. Registered under the Karnataka Societies Registration Act, 1960, IIGD operates as an independent, non-profit academic institution dedicated to the public good.
Our research spans four interconnected domains: rural development, poverty and employment, education policy, and social inclusion. We work closely with government agencies, civil society organisations, and academic partners to ensure that our findings reach those who can act on them — from district planners to national policymakers.
At IIGD, we believe that evidence-based policy is the most reliable path to inclusive growth. Our approach combines household surveys, field experiments, and qualitative research to build a comprehensive understanding of the barriers that prevent people from participating fully in economic and social life.
We study agricultural transformation, watershed management, and rural infrastructure to understand what drives sustainable livelihoods in India's villages. Our research informs programmes that strengthen the economic foundations of rural communities.
Our work maps multidimensional poverty and analyses the barriers that prevent people from accessing decent work and social protection. We develop evidence-based frameworks to guide more effective anti-poverty interventions.
We evaluate the effectiveness of education policies and programmes in government schools, focusing on learning outcomes, teacher accountability, and the role of technology. Our findings help policymakers design systems that leave no child behind.
IIGD examines how caste, gender, and disability shape access to public services and economic opportunity. We advocate for intersectional policy approaches that address the compounding disadvantages faced by the most marginalised groups.
Ram Savadatti, Dr. Ramesh Kulkarni
2023
This study examines the impact of agricultural policy reforms on rural livelihoods across twelve districts of northern K…
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KLE Society's P.C. Jabin College Hubballi
Longstanding collaboration on research training and student workshops.
C.G. Bellad GFGC Akkialur Haveri
Partnership for research methodology and data analysis programmes.
GFGC and PG Centre Dharwad
Academic collaboration on economics and social science training.
GFGC Annigeri Dharwad
Joint lectures on economics education and research practice.
Shri Siddeshwara GFGC and PG Study Centre Nargund Gadag
Workshop partnership on research methodology and report writing.
GFGC and PG Centre Shikaripur Shivamogga
Training collaboration for Excel-based data analysis workshops.
