The Economics of Cultural Value
We investigate the intricate value chains that define India's cultural landscape. From the artisan's hand to the institutional ledger, we explore who captures the value and who remains in the shadows.
The Economics
The Money, Markets, and Value Chains of Cultural Work
Field Reports
The Loom and the Ledger: Inside Kanchipuram's Weaving Economy
How the global luxury market captures the value of centuries-old artisanal knowledge.
Field Reports
After the Festival: Who Pays the Performers?
The financial structures behind India's most celebrated cultural events.
The Essay
What a Folk Song Is Worth
An investigation into the economic invisibility of the original creators behind the film industry.
The Essay
The Cooperative That Cut Out the Middleman
Exploring emerging models of collective ownership in the cultural sector.
Policy Watch
The Geographical Indication Gold Rush
How government schemes are redefining cultural value and who benefits from the label.
Policy Watch
Reading the Fine Print of India's New Culture Policy
An independent analysis of institutional power and rights in the cultural landscape.