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245 unresolved questions extracted from the limitations and future-work sections of 3,807 South Asian Studies and Diaspora papers in our library. Each links back to the study that raised it.

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  • The methodological, ethical, and legal challenges associated with contemporary efforts to count caste. The tension between recognition and transcendence in caste census initiatives. The need to balance the imperative for accurate data with the risk of reinforcing social divisions.

    Counting to Zero: How Caste Census Navigates the Contradiction of Recognition and Annihilation · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should examine how the triad of visuality is used in other contexts. Future research should analyze the representation, separation, and aestheticization of marginalized groups.

    The Manifestation of Triple Oppression Through the Weaponizing of the Triad of Visuality in the Rupaspur-Chandwa Massacre · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of how the triad of visuality is used to establish dominance. The paper highlights the need to recognize the triple oppression present in society.

    The Manifestation of Triple Oppression Through the Weaponizing of the Triad of Visuality in the Rupaspur-Chandwa Massacre · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research could explore the implications of the novel's portrayal of eco-feminism for contemporary discussions about the relationship between women and nature. Further analysis could examine the ways in which the novel's themes and characters contribute to our understanding of the legacy of colonialism in Southeast Asia.

    A Decay Of Palace: Imperialism And Eco-Feminism In Amitav Ghosh'S The Glass Palace · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the analysis of the impact of imperialism on individuals and societies. The novel The Glass Palace fills this gap by providing a nuanced portrayal of the complexities of colonial rule.

    A Decay Of Palace: Imperialism And Eco-Feminism In Amitav Ghosh'S The Glass Palace · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of research on how 'provincial' or Tier-2 cities negotiated modernism. Most studies focus on Delhi or Punjab, leaving a geographical gap.

    Negotiated Neighbourhoods: Juxtaposing Nehruvian Modernism with the Lived Community of Post-Partition India · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the current laws and policies addressing caste discrimination. The paper notes that the current laws do not account for roundabout structural obstacles. The paper argues that decoupling caste from religion is necessary to ensure equal protection for all.

    The Paradox of Protection: Evaluating the Shift from Ritual-Based to Socioeconomic Legal Frameworks in Addressing Caste Discrimination in 21st Century India · 2026 · DOI

  • The Nachni tradition faces the challenge of social stigma and marginalization. The women practitioners face economic vulnerability and lack of social legitimacy. The tradition is at risk of being lost due to the lack of recognition and respect given to its practitioners.

    From Stage to Stigma: The Untold Story of Nachni · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the recognition and respect given to Nachni women practitioners despite their cultural contribution. The study highlights the lack of social legitimacy and institutional recognition for the Nachni tradition. The paper argues that there is a need for structural reform to ensure the dignity, economic stability, and rights of Nachni women.

    From Stage to Stigma: The Untold Story of Nachni · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research can explore the ways to implement Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's ideas on social justice in a democratic society - It can analyze the impact of social justice on the success of democracy

    Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, Democracy and Social Justice · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies the gap in the existing democratic systems where social justice is not ensured - It highlights the need for a system that promotes equality and eliminates exploitation

    Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, Democracy and Social Justice · 2026 · DOI

  • Further exploration of the teachings of Sikhism and its potential to address contemporary challenges, - Investigation of the impact of interfaith interaction and mutual respect on promoting global peace and harmony, - Analysis of the effectiveness of 'Dasvand' in uplifting the poor and downtrodden

    Sikhism: A Symbol of Global Peace and Harmony · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of understanding and appreciation of Sikhism as a potential solution to promote global peace and harmony, - The need for interfaith interaction and mutual respect, - The gap between rich and poor countries is increasing day by day

    Sikhism: A Symbol of Global Peace and Harmony · 2026 · DOI

  • The Hijra community faces social exclusion and marginalization. The community experiences rejection and harsh words from family members and peers. The study highlights the need for culturally sensitive and trauma-informed psychological interventions.

    SELF-IMAGE AND WORLDVIEW OF 'HIJRAS' IN INDIA: A QUALITATIVE STUDY OF LIFE EXPERIENCES, BELIEFS, AND EMOTIONAL PROBLEMS OF TRANSGENDER INDIVIDUALS · 2026 · DOI

  • The study has a small sample size of eight participants. The study is limited to the Delhi-NCR region. The study does not provide a comprehensive overview of the Hijra community in India.

    SELF-IMAGE AND WORLDVIEW OF 'HIJRAS' IN INDIA: A QUALITATIVE STUDY OF LIFE EXPERIENCES, BELIEFS, AND EMOTIONAL PROBLEMS OF TRANSGENDER INDIVIDUALS · 2026 · DOI

  • The Indian education system has challenges faced by Ph.D. scholars. There is a need to portray the social complexities of contemporary Indian society.

    Portrayal of Social Realities in Sudha Murty's the Circle of Life · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should focus on implementing policies and laws to prevent caste-based discrimination. Awareness about caste discrimination should be raised globally.

    Indian diaspora and caste: Policy responses to transnational hegemonies. · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to address caste-based discrimination globally. The paper identifies a gap in policy, legal and anti-discriminatory responses to caste discrimination.

    Indian diaspora and caste: Policy responses to transnational hegemonies. · 2026 · DOI

  • The reasons Hindutva is interested in LGBTQ politics and the ways in which Hindu LGBTQ persons' political and organisational efforts shape Hindutva's interests have not been adequately studied. The paper identifies a gap in the study of the intersection of Hindutva and LGBTQ politics.

    Misrepresenting Intersectionality: The Homonationalist Expression of Hindutva as Significant for LGBTQ Politics · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in understanding how Indian American Republican leaders navigate their ethnic and religious identities. The study highlights the need to examine the rhetorical and visual strategies of these leaders.

    Negotiating Legitimacy: South Asian Republicans and Strategic Assimilation · 2026 · DOI

  • The study highlights the growing presence of Desi Republicans but has several limitations. As a non-experimental design, it cannot establish causality, and findings based on four purposively selected cases limit the scope and generalizability. Reliance on public data excludes participant interviews, and the small, nonrandom sample constrains applicability to other minoritized leaders. While intersectional factors such as gender, caste, religion, class, and colorism remain beyond this study’s scope, my positionality as a Desi immigrant, college-educated woman outside electoral politics may have shaped the interpretation of the data.

    Negotiating Legitimacy: South Asian Republicans and Strategic Assimilation · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research could explore the applicability of the Meira Paibi movement's model of grassroots resistance and community-based security to other conflict-affected areas. Further study could examine the impact of the movement's activism on state accountability and security governance.

    Grassroots Security: The Meira Paibi Movement and the Intersection of Gender, Ethnicity, and Conflict in Manipur · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in understanding how women's agency in conflict zones is shaped by the intersections of gender, ethnicity, and militarization. The study highlights the need for a nuanced understanding of women's experiences of violence and survival in conflict-affected areas.

    Grassroots Security: The Meira Paibi Movement and the Intersection of Gender, Ethnicity, and Conflict in Manipur · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the effective implementation of laws to protect Scheduled Castes' rights. The study highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to address caste-based violence. The paper suggests that existing studies have not adequately addressed the role of political patronage in perpetuating violence against Scheduled Castes.

    When Power Looks Away: Caste-Based Hate Crime, Violence, and Political Apathy in India · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research could explore the dynamics of pluralism in other cosmopolitan cities. Future research could examine the impact of globalization on religious liberty and cultural identity.

    Embodied Pluralism: Religious Liberty and Cultural Identity in Urban South India · 2026 · DOI

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