Silent networks: the role of inaccurate beliefs in reducing useful social interactions

Inaccurate beliefs about social norms can reduce useful social interactions and adversely affect an individual’s ability to deal with negative shocks. We implement a randomized controlled trial with low-income workers in urban India who lack access to formal financial and healthcare support. We find...

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Main Authors: Jain, R, Khandelwal, V
Format: Working paper
Language:English
Published: Centre for the Study of African Economies 2024