Research & Focus Areas

CIHS research spans the questions that will define India’s next decades. Each focus area below combines rigorous evidence with an integrated, holistic reading of society. Explore our publications and analysis for the latest output in every area.

Culture & Civilisational Studies

CIHS documents and interprets Bharat's living civilisational heritage — from Kashmir's temple traditions to contemporary cultural dynamics — and its relevance to modern policy…

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Diaspora & Global Engagement

The Indian diaspora is a bridge between democracies. We examine its role in diplomacy, technology, culture and the deepening of India's partnerships across the…

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Economy & Technology

Aatmanirbhar Bharat, frontier technology, artificial intelligence, energy security and indigenous innovation: our work maps how self-reliance and openness can advance together. What we examine…

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Geopolitics & National Security

From West Asia tensions and the Indo-Pacific to terrorism and hybrid threats, CIHS analyses the shifting strategic environment and the long-term posture Bharat needs…

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Policy & Governance

We study public policy design and delivery — evaluating programmes, institutions and reforms with an emphasis on outcomes that are equitable, sustainable and rooted…

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