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July 1, 2026Journal of Development Policy and Practice

Locating the Most Marginalised Women in Digital Space: An Intersectional Approach

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MKManendra Kumar

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Qualitative and quantitative analysis reveals digital exclusion factors among marginalized women in specific regions, suggesting inclusive policy adjustments.

Key Points

  • The article aims to identify the most marginalized women in digital spaces and explore the reasons for their exclusion through an intersectional approach.
  • Analyzed secondary data sources alongside primary field survey
  • Conducted 314 individual interviews in Nuh district of Haryana and Gopalganj district of Bihar
  • Examined social, political, and cultural factors influencing digital technology access
  • Scheduled caste and scheduled tribe women face higher levels of digital exclusion than other socio-economic groups
  • Findings emphasize the need for an intersectional policy approach to address digital exclusion
  • Regional disparities contribute to ongoing digital inequalities among women

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Manendra Kumar (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a44ae015cd2549c8bc43693https://doi.org/10.1177/24551333261447602
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