Institute for Human Development

Aims to contribute towards building a society that fosters and values an inclusive social, economic and political system that is free from poverty and deprivation

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  • 80G
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About

  • Headquarters

    New Delhi, Delhi

  • Since

    1998

The Institute for Human Development (IHD) was established in mid-1996 by a group of scholars and policymakers under the Indian Society of Labour Econo Read moremics (ISLE). It formally registered as a society under the Registration of Societies Act 1861 on 15 January 1998 to conduct research in areas related to labour, employment, poverty, and human development. IHD's faculty is dedicated to realizing its vision and objectives and includes prominent scholars from India and around the world. IHD engages in academic and policy research, advocacy, teaching, training, debates, publications, and networking with various institutions and stakeholders in human development. It is recognized as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. The institute enjoys income tax exemption under Section 35 (1) (iii) and is registered under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, 1976 (FCRA) to receive foreign contributions. Main Thematic Research Areas: • Growth, labour markets, and employment • Education and capabilities • Health and nutrition • Gender and development • Security and vulnerability • Governance and institutions Other Activities: • Organizing seminars, workshops, conferences, consultations, lectures, and discussions on academic and policy issues • Conducting courses and training programs on human development-related topics • Collaborating with institutions and organizations at regional, national, and international levels to facilitate information and idea exchange • Publishing journals, research reports, working papers, monographs, and books Key Strengths: • Conducting over 200 research projects sponsored by national and international organizations, state, and central governments • Organizing more than 150 seminars, workshops, conferences, and policy dialogues • Implementing training and capacity-building activities, including a Ph.D. program • Participating in various national and international networks • Proficiency in core human development dimensions such as livelihoods, education, and health • Expertise in conducting primary survey-based research to analyze policy impacts and socioeconomic changes • Ability to engage state and non-state actors in policy debates • Providing critical and independent perspectives on development issues • Transforming research findings into educational and training materials • Strong networking capabilities at national and international levels • High-quality publications, including the Indian Journal of Labour Economics and the Indian Journal of Human Development.

Demographies Served

Programs

  • Political Economy of Development and Change in Bihar

    State

    Funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research, this project utilizes longitudinal data dating back to the early 1980s and panel data from rural households since the late 1990s in a selection of representative villages in rural Bihar. The project primarily addresses four key themes: poverty, vulnerability, and well-being; labour markets and employment; the intersection of gender, poverty, and employment; and social exclusion and participation. It will conduct an in-depth analysis of various facets of development and poverty, exploring the factors responsible for these changes.
    Furthermore, the study will examine how development and transformation have impacted different segments of rural society. The insights derived from this research will be instrumental in shaping a policy agenda for achieving long-term inclusive development in rural Bihar.

  • Evaluating Impacts of Nodal Anganwadi Centres in Bihar

    State

    This project, funded by 3ie, aims to conduct a rigorous impact evaluation of the Nodal Anganwadi Centre (NAWC) initiative within the Uddeepan program, supported by DFID as part of the Sector-Wide Approach to Strengthening Health (SWASTH) program by the Government of Bihar. The Uddeepan program is presently being executed in nine high-priority districts of the state.
    For this research project, a combination of difference-in-difference methodology and regression discontinuity designs will be employed to assess the impacts. The specific objectives of the project include evaluating the Uddeepan program's influence on the quality of services provided and the effectiveness of Anganwadi Centers (AWCs), including Nodal AWCs; examining household utilization of AWCs and household knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding best practices; and identifying factors contributing to variations in program impacts on both AWCs and households.

  • Quality Of Public and Private Healthcare Services in Bihar

    State

    This IFPRI-sponsored project aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted aspects influencing the quality of primary healthcare services in rural Bihar. Building upon prior work conducted within the MAQARI project by Das et al., the project seeks to perform a systematic and comparative evaluation of the quality of care delivered by both public and private healthcare providers. This assessment encompasses critical domains including provider competence, capabilities, motivational factors, technical dimensions such as infrastructure and drug availability, and the patient or population's care experiences.
    The project assigns particular significance to maternal and child healthcare services as an integral component of primary care. It aims to establish connections between the findings and an ongoing study investigating the impact of health financing models on maternal and child health outcomes.

  • Safe and Inclusive Cities

    Sponsored by IDRC, Canada, this study establishes a link between urban development processes and the emergence of a non-violent or safe city within the Indian context. The research endeavours to expand the existing knowledge base on this subject in India. The study's objectives are as follows:
    1. To comprehend the potential and various pathways through which urban planning and its governance mechanisms can serve as catalysts for conflicts and violence.
    2. To explore the potential of inclusive and participatory urban planning in promoting social inclusion.
    3. To address gaps in current research concerning urban planning, conflict, and violence.
    4. To contribute to the capacity development of young researchers in India, enabling them to conduct research on sensitive topics like urban violence through innovative research tools, including participatory methods.

  • Status of Women In Bihar

    State

    This project delves into the evolution of women's roles and gender dynamics in rural Bihar over time. It seeks to gather insights into economic, political, and social aspects to determine whether the transition toward gender equality and empowerment has occurred. Through a qualitative study involving 106 groups of women in 14 chosen villages across 9 districts in north and south Bihar, the project examines various dimensions of women's lives. These dimensions include their work, access to essential amenities, the effects of male migration on women and children, and the influence of public policies.

  • Inclusive Urban Development in Bihar

    State

    Funded by ICSSR, this project conducted a comprehensive analysis of urbanization and rural-urban connections in Bihar, utilizing a combination of primary and secondary data. This project formed an integral part of a longitudinal study led by IHD focused on rural Bihar, with the overarching aim of informing and enhancing socio-economic development in the state. It specifically addressed the scarcity of primary-level research on rural-urban dynamics and urban centers by conducting qualitative and quantitative investigations in two medium-sized towns, Madhubani and Bihar Sharif. The research findings are anticipated to contribute significantly to a deeper understanding of the factors influencing the relatively slow pace of urbanization in Bihar and the associated implications for the overall trajectory of development and poverty reduction.

  • Growth and Poverty Reduction in Bihar and Andhra Pradesh

    Funded by the International Labour Organisation, this research delves into the varying contributions of economic growth, targeted employment initiatives, and income support programs to the alleviation of poverty. It takes a comparative approach, drawing on the experiences of Andhra Pradesh and Bihar during the post-reform period. Beyond assessing the pace of economic growth, the study scrutinizes the nature of growth to gauge its effects on poverty reduction. The research predominantly relies on existing data, with additional primary data collected through a household survey conducted in 12 villages in Bihar.

Leadership Team

  • Deepak Nayyar

    Chairman

  • Professor S. R. Hashim

    Board Member

  • Rama Bijapurkar

    Board Member

  • Dr. Sachin Chaturvedi

    Board Member

  • S. Mahendra Dev

    Board Member

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    51-100

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAATI0390K

  • Registration ID

    S - 32447 of 1998

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    DL/2016/0107427

  • 12A

    AAATI0390KE20168

  • 80G

    AAATI0390KF20216

  • FCRA

    231660184

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    256, 2nd Floor, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase – III, New Delhi, 110020

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  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Society