This article is an attempt to explain the complex relationship of ethnic diversity and its participation in informal economy by utilizing the data of 187 countries of the world. How ethnic diversity, whether in any shape linguistic or religious may enhance the size and development of informal economy. The outcome of the study reveals the significant role of ethnic diversity for the development of informal economy.
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