Rinchan Mirza

Rinchan Mirza is a Lecturer in Economics at the University of Kent's School of Economics. His research investigates development economics, political economy, and economic history with regional focus on South Asia and Africa. Examines how historical institutions, political enfranchisement, and decentralization policies shape economic outcomes.

Publications analyze political participation patterns in colonial India, devolution in autocratic systems, long-term impacts of religious institutions, and health consequences of technological change. Research employs historical datasets and econometric methods to study institutional persistence, governance effectiveness, and development trajectories.