Does Modernisation Theory hold explanatory value in South East Asia?

Your research project will be based on the required literature and lecture presentations and must make use
of one of the data sets provided. You need to choose your own region and construct your own research
design, using the essential elements of the research labyrinth, as appropriate. Pay attention to theories and
hypotheses, concepts and measurements, central variables (distinguish independent and dependent
variables), and the appropriate quantitative method. Thereafter, present the results of your analysis in
order to answer your research question, and relate your findings back to existing literature. Include a
bibliography with articles and books on the theoretical, conceptual and methodological issues, and add
relevant articles and books about your chosen region to this list. Please note that the inclusion of a do-file,
stating all commands necessary to generate the results presented, is a requirement. The do-file does not
count towards the word limit.
The analysis requires the usage of Stata and must use the techniques provided in the worksheet attached,
and linkage to the literature provided.