Methodology and data collection challenges in the development of multidimensional inequality profiles for households

Abstract

Inequality is a topic that is widely discussed in almost every country. The issue has long been recognised as one of the most important and long-standing social and economic challenges. This study identifies multidimensional inequalities in households in Kompleks Perkampungan Rambong, Baling, Kedah, such as income, health, education, and well-being. It also defines the indicators for each dimension that cover inequality elements critical to providing a thorough knowledge of household inequality. However, obstacles must be overcome during the data collection process, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in the imposition of a movement control order. In addition, the issue of penetration with the study subject is also considered a stumbling block. This paper also discussed the methodological issues and challenges in data collection in accomplishing the multidimensional measurements of inequality among households.