A group of cells that are similar in structure and/or work together to achieve a particular function forms a tissue. Plant Tissues: Plant tissues can be of two types: Meristematic Tissue (dividing tissue) and Permanent Tissue. Meristematic Tissue: Dividing tissue – growth tissue. Depending on where it is present it is classified as: Apical: Present…
Changes in Adolescence The transition phase between childhood (phase of internal growth) and sexual maturity is known as adolescence. During this phase, the body proportions change, and new features and new sensations appear. Some changes are common in boys and girls: Thick hairs in new parts of the body: Armpits and the genital area between…
Reproduction refers to the process of replication of an individual organism from parent to child. The tale of reproduction starts with cell division. Cell division Chromosomes contain information for the inheritance of features from parents to the next generation in the form of DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) molecules. DNA in the cell nucleus is the information…
In Biology, a Cell is a basic membrane-bound unit that contains the fundamental molecules of life. It is the fundamental unit of life, i.e. all life form is composed of cells. What is Life? The Question of what is life is not centred around what living things have, it is what they do. We find…
According to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), money laundering is “the processing of criminal proceeds to disguise their illegal origin in order to legitimize the ill-gotten gains of crime.” In simpler terms, money laundering is the illegal process of concealing the origins of illicitly obtained funds, making them appear legitimate. Criminals carry out a…
Organized crime and terrorism, though driven by different goals, have increasingly formed dangerous alliances. While organized crime seeks profit through illegal trades like drug trafficking and money laundering, terrorism aims to achieve political or ideological objectives through violence and fear. Despite their differences, both use similar methods such as violence, corruption, and secrecy to maintain…
External state and non-state actors significantly influence a nation’s internal security landscape. States may pursue their strategic interests by intervening in other countries through military, economic, or diplomatic means, thereby impacting internal stability. Such interventions can either support governance and peace or destabilize regions by backing insurgent groups or applying coercive measures. Non-state actors like…
Extremism refers to radical ideologies and actions that go against societal norms, often using violence to achieve political or ideological goals. It can emerge from various forms, such as religious, political, or social extremism, and is often driven by grievances like poverty, inequality, and marginalization. The connection between development and extremism is significant. While development…
Security is a critical aspect that ensures the safety and stability of a nation. It goes beyond just protecting the physical borders and extends to various aspects like economic well-being, societal peace, and environmental stability. In the modern context, the complexity of security has increased due to the rise of non-traditional threats, such as cyber-attacks,…
Global efforts for disaster management emerged as the world recognized the need for sustainable development. The 1972 Stockholm Conference was one of the first international discussions on environmental issues, linking development with disaster resilience. The Brundtland Report (1987) emphasized sustainable development, highlighting the need for risk reduction in disasters. However, the first focused effort towards…
