Research & Knowledge

Publications

Policy briefs, working papers, reports, and fact sheets rooted in rigorous field research and designed to inform decision-makers, practitioners, and communities.

Policy Brief English 18 Pages

Bridging the Gap: Implementation of the RPwD Act 2016 in Rajasthan

Akshay Jain, Research Team, Sutra • March 2025

An analysis of Rajasthan's compliance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016, identifying gaps in UDID issuance, scheme uptake, and district-level enforcement. Includes recommendations for the State Disability Commissioner's office.

RPwD Act Rajasthan Disability Rights Governance
Working Paper English 34 Pages

Inclusive Education in Rural Rajasthan: Systemic Barriers and Pathways Forward

Research Team, Sutra • February 2025

A working paper examining the structural barriers to inclusive education for children with disabilities in Rajasthan's rural districts. Draws on field research in Barmer, Jaisalmer, and Nagaur districts and proposes amendments to state education policy.

Education Disability Rural India Inclusion
Fact Sheet Bilingual 4 Pages

Know Your Rights: A Guide to the RPwD Act 2016 for Persons with Disabilities

Sutra • January 2025

A plain-language fact sheet summarising key rights under the RPwD Act 2016, how to apply for a UDID card, and how to file a complaint with the State Commissioner.

RPwD Act Legal Aid Know Your Rights UDID
Policy Brief English 12 Pages

CSR and Disability Inclusion: How India's Mandatory CSR Framework Can Do More

Akshay Jain • December 2024

An examination of Section 135 of the Companies Act 2013 and disability inclusion provisions, proposing reforms to direct more CSR funding toward disability inclusion.

CSR Companies Act Disability Policy
Report English 48 Pages

Climate Justice and Disability: Understanding Rajasthan's Dual Vulnerability

Akshay Jain, Research Team, Sutra • November 2024

A comprehensive report examining the intersection of climate change and disability in Rajasthan, including disaster risk frameworks and accessibility gaps.

Climate Justice Disability Rajasthan Disaster Risk
Fact Sheet Bilingual 6 Pages

Rajasthan Disability Schemes: A Pocket Guide

Sutra • October 2024

A concise reference guide to disability schemes available in Rajasthan, eligibility criteria, benefits, and application process.

Rajasthan Schemes Benefits Disability
Working Paper English 28 Pages

Political Participation of Persons with Disabilities in India: A Policy Audit

Akshay Jain • September 2024

A detailed audit of whether existing electoral laws, accessibility norms, and political party practices are meeting the constitutional and RPwD Act guarantees for political participation of persons with disabilities.

Political Rights Disability Election Commission Governance
Fact Sheet Bilingual 4 Pages

Know Your Rights: A Guide to the RPwD Act 2016 for Persons with Disabilities

Sutra • January 2025

A plain-language fact sheet summarising key rights under the RPwD Act 2016, how to apply for a UDID card, and how to file a complaint with the State Commissioner.

RPwD Act Legal Aid Know Your Rights UDID
Fact Sheet Bilingual 6 Pages

Rajasthan Disability Schemes: A Pocket Guide

Sutra • October 2024

A concise reference guide to disability schemes available in Rajasthan, eligibility criteria, benefits, and application process.

Rajasthan Schemes Benefits Disability

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