Tobacco and Political Concerns

This is a research study that aims to understand varying interests of elected leaders in India with regard to tobacco. The study uses qualitative methods to analyze questions and debates conducted in both houses of parliament since 2014. Using thematic analysis, the study proposes to identify varying concerns that elected leaders express in the parliament and through that the politics of tobacco control in India.

This study is funded by the Institute of Public Health.

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Inside Implementation: REALISE Webinar Series, Episode-1

Inside Implementation: REALISE Webinar Series, Episode-1

During this session, the speakers explored how realist research helps in navigating complexity and understanding causation. They shared insights on the merits and challenges of applying realist methods in Health Policy and Systems Research, along with recent methodological developments in the field. The conversation also highlighted how early-career researchers could engage with communities of practice to apply these techniques.

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IPH Bengaluru team attend 6th NCTOH

IPH Bengaluru team attend 6th NCTOH

Faculty and staff from the Cluster on Chronic Health Conditions & Public Policy at the Institute of Public Health (IPH) Bengaluru attended the 6th National Conference on Tobacco or Health (NCTOH) organized by the International Institute of Health Management...

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Duration of project
(2018-2019)

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