| ID | 142602 |
| Title Proper | Health insurance as a tool of electoral tactical redistribution in Tamil Nadu, India |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Kumar, Sanjay ; Shroff, Zubin Cyrus ; Reich, Michael R |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | We used individual level survey data to examine the distribution of health insurance and other welfare programs by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government in Tamil Nadu. Core DMK supporters were more likely to receive welfare benefits than swing voters and opposition loyalists. Political analysis is important to understand motivations for establishing these programs. |
| `In' analytical Note | Asian Survey Vol. 55, No.5; Sep-Oct 2015: p.991-1017 |
| Journal Source | Asian Survey Vol: 55 No 5 |
| Key Words | Tamil Nadu ; Health Insurance ; Tactical Redistribution ; Core and Swing Voters |