Paloma Bhattacharyya is a high school student at Delhi Public School in India. She is passionate about economics and social science. In addition, she has won several awards in science and mathematics.
Paloma’s Research on Rural Inequality in India
At CCIR Academy, Paloma conducted a research project titled “Measuring Rural Inequality in India with a Multidimensional Approach.”
Her study examined rural inequality in India using data from the 2011 government census. She explored inequality from several perspectives. In particular, she identified geographic and socio-political factors as key contributors to economic disparities in rural communities.
Research Recognised at the Sigma Xi International Youth Conference
Paloma’s research paper was accepted at the prestigious Sigma Xi International Youth Conference in 2022. Her work also received excellent feedback from the judges, earning a score of 42 out of 45 points.
Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society, is a non-profit organisation for scientists and engineers. Founded at Cornell University in 1886, it is one of the oldest scientific honour societies.
Paloma’s Research Journey at CCIR Academy
In an episode of CCIR Academy Student Spotlights, Paloma shared her views on inequality in India. She also discussed her research experience and explained how her professor guided her throughout the project.
Her experience highlights how students can investigate important social and economic issues through academic research.
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