Research Excellence Award
| Mohd Rashid |
| Affiliation |
Chandigarh University, Lucknow |
| Country |
India |
| Google Scholar |
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| Scopus ID |
59109793000 |
| Citations |
5 |
| Documents |
4 |
| h-index |
1 |
| Specialization |
Social Security, Financial Inclusion & Development Economics |
| Event |
Indian Scientist Awards |
Mohd Rashid
Chandigarh University, Lucknow, India
Mohd Rashid is an Indian academician and researcher specializing in Economics, Social Security, Financial Inclusion, Gender Inequality, and Development Economics. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Chandigarh University, Lucknow. His research focuses on socio-economic development, welfare economics, financial sustainability, and policy-oriented econometric analysis. Rashid has contributed scholarly publications in Scopus-indexed and ABDC-ranked journals while actively participating in research projects, conferences, and policy-driven academic initiatives.[1]
Abstract
Mohd Rashid is actively engaged in research concerning social security systems, financial inclusion, gender inequality, and socio-economic development in India. His work integrates applied econometrics, public policy analysis, and development economics to examine welfare mechanisms and inclusive growth. Through empirical studies and quantitative analysis, he contributes to policy-oriented academic research relevant to emerging economic challenges and sustainable development frameworks.[2]
Keywords
Economics, Social Security, Financial Inclusion, Development Economics, Gender Inequality, Applied Econometrics, Human Development, Economic Growth, Welfare Economics, Public Policy.
Introduction
Contemporary economic research increasingly emphasizes inclusive growth, welfare policies, and sustainable socio-economic development. Researchers working in development economics contribute toward understanding how financial inclusion, social security systems, and public policy interventions impact human development and economic stability. Mohd Rashid’s scholarly work contributes significantly to these areas through empirical research focused on India and comparative international economic analysis.[3]
Research Profile
Mohd Rashid completed his Ph.D. in Economics from the Central University of Kashmir in 2025 under the supervision of Tosib Alam. His doctoral research focused on “Social Security and Socio-Economic Development: Empirical Evidence from India.” He also qualified the UGC-NET examination in Economics in 2022 and received the prestigious Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) from the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.[1]
He has teaching and research experience at institutions including Chandigarh University, Central University of Kashmir, and the University of Delhi. His expertise includes Microeconomics, Business Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, SPSS, EViews, STATA, and R programming. His research profile reflects interdisciplinary engagement in welfare economics, financial systems, and socio-economic policy research.
Research Contributions
The research contributions of Mohd Rashid primarily focus on financial inclusion, gender development, social welfare, and economic sustainability. His studies examine the relationship between economic growth and social protection mechanisms through advanced econometric techniques such as CS-ARDL, JKS causality models, and smooth transition autoregressive modelling.
His scholarly contributions also address environmental degradation, property rights, rural labour mobility, women leadership in Panchayati Raj Institutions, and public policy frameworks influencing socio-economic development. His work demonstrates practical relevance for policymakers, academic researchers, and development economists.
Publications
- Digital Economy and Energy Transition in SAARC Countries: An Empirical Analysis Using CS-ARDL and JKS Causality, Quality & Quantity, ABDC-B, Scopus-Q1.
- Managing Resource Wealth for Financial Sustainability: Do Coal, Oil and Mineral Rents Constrain Financial Development in India?, Quality & Quantity, ABDC-B, Scopus-Q1.
- Gender Inequality and Human Development in India: An Empirical Analysis, Sexuality, Gender & Policy, Scopus-Q1.
- Efficacy of Financial Inclusion and Economic Well-Being: A Case Study of Kashmir Valley, Indian Journal of Agricultural Economics, Scopus Indexed.
- Efficiency and Challenges of Women Leadership in Panchayati Raj Institutions: A Study of Kashmir Valley, Sexuality, Gender & Policy, Scopus-Q1.
Research Impact
The research activities of Mohd Rashid contribute to contemporary academic discussions concerning welfare economics, sustainable development, financial inclusion, and socio-economic equity. His publications in internationally indexed journals demonstrate growing scholarly recognition in economics and policy-oriented research domains.[1]
His empirical research supports evidence-based policymaking by addressing social security expenditure, human development, environmental sustainability, and economic empowerment. The interdisciplinary and applied nature of his work strengthens its academic and practical significance.[2]
Award Suitability
Mohd Rashid’s academic profile and research achievements strongly align with the objectives of the Research Excellence Award under the Indian Scientist Awards framework. His contributions in development economics, social security, and financial inclusion represent socially relevant and policy-driven research areas with national and global significance.
His publication record in Scopus-indexed and ABDC-ranked journals, participation in national and international conferences, fellowship achievements, and interdisciplinary research engagement collectively support recognition for research excellence in economics and social sciences.
Conclusion
Mohd Rashid is an emerging researcher in the field of Economics whose scholarly work focuses on inclusive development, financial systems, social security, and human welfare. Through empirical analysis, policy-oriented research, and interdisciplinary academic engagement, he continues to contribute meaningfully to contemporary economic research and socio-economic policy discussions in India and beyond.[1]
External Links
References
- T. Alam, M. Rashid. Efficacy of Financial Inclusion and Economic Well-Being: A Case Study of Kashmir Valley. Indian Journal of Agricultural Economics, 78(4), 608–622, 2023.
Citations: 5
https://ideas.repec.org/a/ags/inijae/345288.html
- T. Alam, M. Rashid, S. Saalheen, H. Bano, A. Kumar. Efficiency and Challenges of Women Leadership in Panchayati Raj Institutions: A Study of Kashmir Valley. Sexuality, Gender & Policy, 8(2), e70007, 2025.
Citations: 4
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/sgp2.70007
- Hema, M. Rashid, A.U.H. Ganie. Gender Inequality and Human Development in India: An Empirical Analysis. Sexuality, Gender & Policy, 8(3), e70018, 2025.
Citations: 1
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/sgp2.70018