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Disaster Management encompasses the process of preparing for, responding to, and learning from the consequences of such major failures. It involves dealing with the human, material, economic, and environmental effects caused by a specific disaster. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Disaster Management and its types, steps &...

The Vakataka Dynasty was one of the most powerful kingdoms in Deccan and central India from 250 to 500 CE. The dynasty was founded by Vidhyashakti I after the decline of Satavahana dynasty. It extends from the southern part of Malwa and Gujarat to the Tungabhadra River in south India. Nandivardhana

The West flowing rivers such as Narmada, Tapi, Mahi, Luni and Sabarmati are usually shorter, steeper, seasonal in nature and comprises waterfalls like Jog fall in Sharavati river, often has high hydropower generating potential. The west flowing rivers have small basins because the western...

Unemployment can be defined as the unavailability of a job for working age people, who are part of the Labour force and are actively searching a Job in a reference period. Unemployment is an important economic indicator that measures the mismatch between the work force potential and market needs.

If unemployment increases in an econ...

The ‘Leader of Opposition (LoP)’ represents the largest opposition party or coalition not in the government. This position needs to complete a quorum (minimum criteria), which is any house that needs to hold at least 10% of the total seats in the respective house; otherwise, the position is left vacant. This ...