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# O2.6 Assess DPI against alternative policy options

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[O2 Evolve with evidence](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/principles/operational-principles/o2-evolve-with-evidence.md)
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[SV5 Unsustainability,](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-structural-vulnerabilities.md) [RI1Discrimination](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-inclusion.md)
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[L1 Conception and Scoping](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/responsible-authorities/r3-donor/l1-conception-and-scoping.md)
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## Practice

* Conduct baseline studies and contextual analyses to assess the feasibility, benefits and risks of DPI in specific settings.
* Compare DPI with alternative policy options, considering factors like inclusivity, scalability, cost-effectiveness, and potential for unintended consequences.
* Engage stakeholders, including civil society, industry experts and end-users in the evaluation process to gather diverse perspectives. 


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