Abstract
This research note examines the relevance of microfinance as a means to cope with natural disasters, using the event of the cyclone Phailin, which struck India in 2013. The results indicate that microfinance helps reduce the negative effects of extreme weather-related shocks. In light of the somewhat disappointing outcomes suggested by several recent rigorous impact studies, this research paints a more positive picture of the importance of microfinance as an insurance mechanism to deal with weather-related risks.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1011-1015 |
| Journal | Journal of International Development |
| Volume | 29 |
| Issue number | 7 |
| Early online date | 21 Aug 2017 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 8 Oct 2017 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 1 No Poverty -
SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
Keywords
- India
- Microfinance
- Natural disasters
- Shocks
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