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Examining the macro effects of MNREGA
The introduction of MNREGA increased economic activity as measured by night-time lights and banking deposits, but mostly in richer districts
Can imposing tariffs tackle trade imbalances?
Domestic policies should do more to address inequality in the gains from international trade
How crisis-driven migration shapes voting behaviour: Evidence from Colombia
As half a million Venezuelan refugees seek amnesty in Colombia, locals exercise their voice through voting
How credit market competition increases employment and productivity: Evidence from India
Increasing competition between banks in India can improve the lending standards of government banks and yield broader economic benefits
The power of edutainment: Evidence from Brazil and Nigeria
Telenovelas in Brazil helped reduce fertility rates, while an MTV drama increased knowledge about HIV in Nigeria and encouraged safer sexual practices
How climate shocks trigger inter-group conflicts: Evidence from Africa's transhumant pastoralists
Droughts precipitated by climate change force farmers and pastoralists to compete for scant resources, triggering violent clashes
How demand can inspire peer-to-peer technological learning: Evidence from small firms in Ghana
Increased demand was seen to induce technology diffusion among garment workers, but willingness of both learner and the teacher is necessary
Exporting pollution
Well-intentioned regulation may be causing multinationals to shunt polluting activities to poorer countries where regulation isn’t so strict
How developing countries can boost their property tax revenues: Evidence from Mexico City
Increasing property taxes can boost revenues for developing countries, but enforcement may threaten the welfare of liquidity-constrained households
