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Dolly Daftary is an Associate Professor at the School for Global Inclusion & Social Development at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Her research focuses on political dynamics of development, rural governance, and social inclusion in India, particularly exploring intersections between democratic decentralization, market-driven policies, and marginalized communities. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Gujarat and other regions, analyzing caste politics (OBCs, Adivasis), neoliberal reforms, and the ethnography of state practices.
Her academic contributions emphasize how local governance structures interact with marketization processes, often challenging or reinforcing power hierarchies. Recent work examines Hindutva ideology’s impact on self-making narratives among borderland communities. Publications span topics like dairy sector labor, watershed development in drylands, and the role of elected local bodies in shaping rural economies.
Dr. Daftary’s scholarship bridges political science, sociology, and development studies, offering critical insights into India’s post-liberalization development trajectories. She teaches courses on global inclusion, social justice, and qualitative research methods. No specific grants or awards are listed, though her prolific publication record reflects sustained academic engagement with South Asian development challenges.
