Board #28 - Does Digital Media Reduce Gender Inequality in Political Participation? Evidence from South Asia

• In Event: 75-301 - Poster Session: Elevating Gender within the Domestic Arena

Brief Overview

The study explores the effect of digital media on gender gaps in political participation in South Asia, finding that prevalent gaps persist in online modes. Urbanisation, education and higher levels of democracy are effective in narrowing these gaps.

Author

• Naga Praneeth Kalisetty, Indian Institute of Management Indore