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209 gap statements mined from South Asian Studies and Diaspora papers in our 7.9M-paper local library, which holds 4,045 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • However, the function of humor and satire in articulating social assertions by Dalit authors when emphasizing the idea of individual and collective trauma remains underexplored.

    Humor and Dalit trauma: life narratives from Hindi literature and stand-up comedy · 2026 · DOI

  • The present situation of the caste census in India remains complex and unresolved. The data from the 2011 specialized caste census has never been released due to concerns about data quality.

    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

  • 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 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 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

  • 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

  • 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 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.

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

  • 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

  • The gap is in examining the specific context of Hyderabad and its migrant communities. The gap is in understanding the dynamics of religious liberty and cultural identity in a cosmopolitan city.

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

  • The paper argues that there is a need for more analysis of the role of faith in shaping our responses to global crises.

    Shankari Chandran’s The Barrier (2017) and the Complex Stakes of Decolonizing Dystopian Writing · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should explore the ongoing impact of colonialism on Indian society. It should examine the role of cosmological narratives in shaping social order and power structures in other contexts.

    Reception of Ancient Cosmological Narratives in the Socio-Political Discourse of India in the 20th–21st Centuries · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to examine the role of Vedic ideas in shaping Indian society.

    Reception of Ancient Cosmological Narratives in the Socio-Political Discourse of India in the 20th–21st Centuries · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the existing research on halal meat production and consumption in Mumbai, highlighting the need for a more nuanced and contextual understanding of this practice.

    Disgust and Disdain in Meat Interactions in Mumbai: Halal Practice, Industrial Meat Production, and Urban-Spatial Configuration · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of understanding about the hijra community and their practices. The social and emotional impact of the nirvana ritual on hijra individuals is not well studied.

    The disembodied self: Understanding the practice of Castration among the transgender · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper is limited to the analysis of a single case. The paper does not provide a comprehensive review of the literature on the topic. The paper does not discuss the potential implications of the decision for other online platforms.

    estonia vs Delhi · 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

  • 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…

    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…

    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…

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

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) The function of humor and satire in articulating social assertions by Dalit authors when emphasizing the idea of individual and collective trauma remains underexplored (“Humor and Dalit trauma: life narratives from Hindi literature and stand-up…”, 2026); (2) Future research should examine how the triad of visuality is used in other contexts (“The Manifestation of Triple Oppression Through the Weaponizing of the Triad of…”, 2026); (3) Future research could explore the implications of the novel's portrayal of eco-feminism for contemporary discussions about the relationship between women and nature (“A Decay Of Palace: Imperialism And Eco-Feminism In Amitav Ghosh'S The Glass…”, 2026); (4) There is a lack of research on how 'provincial' or Tier-2 cities negotiated modernism (“Negotiated Neighbourhoods: Juxtaposing Nehruvian Modernism with the Lived…”, 2026); (5) The women practitioners face economic vulnerability and lack of social legitimacy (“From Stage to Stigma: The Untold Story of Nachni”, 2026). 209 gap statements have been mined from South Asian Studies and Diaspora papers in our 7.9M-paper local library, which holds 4,045 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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