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Who we are

About the foundation

Rudra Shodh Foundation is an independent research foundation advancing knowledge across data, public policy, and social studies — through rigorous research, publications, fellowships, and public engagement.

Our mission

We are an independent research foundation producing scholarship on the social, political, and ecological questions that shape contemporary society. Our work spans empirical data analysis, public-policy research, and the study of culture and knowledge traditions.

Through our centres, journal, and public programmes, we aim to build a bridge between academic research and practical decision-making — making rigorous evidence accessible to policymakers, students, and the public.

History

Founded to address pressing societal challenges, the foundation has grown into a hub for interdisciplinary research, hosting fellows, students, and visiting scholars from across the country and beyond.

Our values

Rigour

Evidence-led, peer-reviewed scholarship that holds up to scrutiny.

Independence

Non-partisan research free from commercial or political influence.

Inclusion

Centering marginalised voices and questions of equity in our work.

Public good

Knowledge shared openly to inform policy and public debate.

Leadership

Ms. Himanshi Kadyan
Administrator

Ms. Himanshi Kadyan

PhD Scholar · UGC-NET qualified (twice) · Political Science

शोध से सत्य, सत्य से विकास

Research · Exploration · Wisdom

A PhD Scholar at Guru Jambheshwar University, Moradabad, U.P. and a two-time UGC-NET qualified researcher in Political Science. A University of Delhi alumna with experience in ICSSR projects, she has worked as a Research Assistant at SHDRF. She has presented articles at several national and international conferences and been published in peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes.

Recognition & honours

  • ▸ National Award (twice)
  • ▸ Best Research Paper Award
  • ▸ Felicitated at the International Conference on Environmental Synergies — co-chaired the “Shakti and Prakriti” panel

Recent book · 2026

Public Policy and Democratic Governance in India: Gender Security and the Development Nexus

ISBN 978-81-986824-7-5

Interdisciplinary Institute of Human, Security and Governance

Skills & tools

  • IBM SPSS
  • Advanced Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Canva
  • Research Methodology
  • Qualitative & Quantitative Research
  • Academic Writing
  • Policy Analysis
  • Content Development

Research areas

  • Multilingualism in Education
  • Public Policy
  • Empowering Women & Security
  • Bharatiya Education
  • Ecofeminism
  • Governance
  • Self-Reliant India

Presented & published with

  • Indian Council of World Affairs
  • Indian Political Science Association (IPSA)
  • Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)
  • Inter-disciplinary Institute of Human Security & Governance (IIHSG)
  • Savitribai Phule Organisation for Academic Research & Social Development