Birthdate: 1959 AD
Birthplace: Belgium
Jean Drèze is a prominent welfare economist, social scientist, and activist based in India. He is known for his work on developmental issues such as social welfare, poverty, and gender inequality in the country. Drèze has collaborated with esteemed economists like Amartya Sen, Nicholas Stern, and Angus Deaton on various research topics, from famine to policy reform. He holds prestigious positions as an honorary professor at the Delhi School of Economics, visiting professor at Ranchi University, and a member of the Economic Advisory Council in Tamil Nadu. Drèze’s contributions have played a significant role in shaping economic policies and advancing social welfare initiatives in India.
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