Notes and Study material for Exams
National Cyber Crime Policy Cyberspace is a complex Environment consisting of interactions between people, Software and Services, supported by worldwide distribution of INFRASTRUCTURE and preservation of the confidentiality, Integrity and availability of information in cyberspace is the essence of a secure cyber space. The “National Cyber Security Policy” has hence been prepared in consultation with … Read more
The Poverty Gap: A Measure of Deprivation and a Guide to Progress The poverty gap, a key indicator of poverty severity, quantifies the extent to which individuals or households fall below the poverty line. It measures the collective shortfall in income needed to lift everyone living in poverty to the poverty threshold. This article delves … Read more
Monetary Policy is the process by which the monetary authority of a country controls the Government Bonds, it is said to be engaging in which of the following? (A) Open market operations (B) Discount rate (C) Reserve requirement (D) Fiscal policy When the Federal Reserve sells government bonds, it is said to be engaging in … Read more
The Westerlies: A Global Force Shaping Weather and Climate The Earth’s atmosphere is a dynamic system, constantly in motion, driven by the uneven distribution of solar energy. This movement manifests in various forms, including the powerful winds that circle the globe. Among these, the Westerlies, a dominant force in the mid-latitudes, play a crucial role … Read more
The term Sustainable Growth became prominent after the World Conservation Strategy Presented in 1980 by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources. Brundland Report(1987) define Sustainable Development as the a process which seek to meet the needs and aspirations of the present generation without compromising the ability of the future generation … Read more
The Global Minimum Corporate Tax: A New Era of Tax Fairness or a Pyrrhic Victory? The global landscape of corporate taxation is undergoing a seismic shift. In a landmark agreement reached in October 2021, over 130 countries, representing over 90% of global GDP, committed to implementing a global minimum corporate tax rate of 15%. This … Read more
Forest ecosystem includes a complex assemblage of different kinds of biotic communities. Optimum conditions such as temperature and ground moisture are responsible for the establishment of forest communities. Forests may be evergreen or deciduous which are distinguished on the basis of leaf into broad-leafed or needle leafed coniferous forests in the case of … Read more
The G20 is an international forum for the governments and central bank governors of 20 major economies. The forum was established in 1999 to discuss major issues related to the global economy. The G20 members are Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, … Read more
The General Circulation of the Atmosphere: A Symphony of Winds and Weather The Earth’s atmosphere is a dynamic system, constantly in motion, driven by the uneven distribution of solar energy and the planet’s rotation. This movement, known as the general circulation of the atmosphere, is a complex interplay of winds, pressure systems, and temperature gradients … Read more
The Silent Threat: Understanding and Managing Saline Soils Saline soils, characterized by high concentrations of soluble salts, pose a significant threat to agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability. This silent threat, often overlooked, can severely impact crop yields, degrade soil health, and even lead to land abandonment. Understanding the causes, consequences, and management strategies for saline … Read more