Prarthana PUTHRAN
Thesis working title : Affective polarisation and support for democratic norms in India
This thesis project would be looking at the origins of affective polarisation in India and how it affects supportfor democratic norms. The project would employ mixed methods approach to understand polarisation better. It would enhance our understanding about the possible effect of affective polarisation on democracy. By focussing on India, the project aims to facilitate dialogue on affective polarisation in non-Westerncontexts.
Thesis supervisor : Romain Lachat
Research Fields
affective polarisation, India, democracy
