General Studies 3

Definition It is type of mass wasting in which movement of rock mass or debris down the slope take place Example – Landslide in Kerala’s Wayanad district  (June, 2024). Landslide Vulnerability Zones of India Around 12.6% of the land area, … Continue reading →

Definition An earthquake is the violent shaking of the earth’s surface due to the release of energy by the breaking of rocks under the surface and these are tectonic in origin. Causes of Earthquake Natural Causes – Tectonic activities, volcanic … Continue reading →

What is a Disaster? As per the Disaster Management Act 2005, disaster is defined as a catastrophe, mishap, calamity, or grave occurrence in any area, arising from natural or manmade causes, or by accident or negligence which results in substantial … Continue reading →

What is Terrorism? Terrorism is the illegal use of violence or threats to frighten or coerce innocent civilians or governments in order to achieve political, social, or ideological goals.  Terrorism is carried out with the intention of serious damage to … Continue reading →

Role of External State Actors Most of the Indian neighbors like China, Pakistan, and Myanmar are exploiting the situational turmoils in the land of India through political backing, economic assistance, logistic support, military training, or arms supplies. These countries have … Continue reading →

Definition Regionalism in India refers to the strong attachment and loyalty that people feel towards their specific regions within the country. Historical Traces The idea of regionalism emerges during colonial period due to British exploitative policies and disparities in development. … Continue reading →

Definition Radicalisation refers to the process of an individual’s transformation from a moderate, law-abiding citizen into an active, anti-state, violent extremist. Types of Radicalisation: Right-Wing Extremism: It is characterized by the violent defence of racial, ethnic, or pseudo-national identity, and … Continue reading →

Definitions of Organized Crime Definition of Interpol: “Any group having a corporate structure whose primary objective is to obtain money through illegal activities, often surviving on fear and corruption”. Definition by UN  A group of three or more persons that … Continue reading →

North East India North East India (NEI) consists of eight states of India, namely Sikkim and the “seven sister states” of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh (ALP), Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura and Meghalaya. Borders of Northeast India are Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), … Continue reading →

Non-Traditional Security Concerns in India Definition: They are defined as challenges to the survival and well-being of people and states that arise primarily out of non military sources. Features Non-military in nature. Transnational in scope- neither totally domestic nor purely … Continue reading →