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Collective decision-making
Can Bihar once againhelp strengthenIndian Democracy?
Khoj Bihar se, Jawab Loktantra ke
38Districts Consulted
12k+Citizen Voices
6Partner Universities
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Why Bihar?
From Vaishali's councils to Nalanda's courtyards, Bihar
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Learning through dialogue
Nalanda & Vikramshila
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Listening to lived experience
Champaran
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Participation & accountability
The JP Movement
What We Are Doing
Six ways the inquiry is being carried out
District Consultations
Open conversations across all of Bihar's districts, gathering firsthand experiences of democracy from panchayats to city wards.
38Districts
120+Sessions Held
Expert Dialogues
Structured discussions with scholars, historians and practitioners.
Youth & Campus Engagement
Workshops and debates building engaged young citizens.
Research & Documentation
Independent research and a public archive of findings.
Public Events
Town halls and gatherings open to anyone who wants to take part.
National Findings
A published report synthesising what was heard, for all.
Highlights
From the districts, campuses and halls
Upcoming Events
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