Who is known as the father of Economics? [#919]

Adam Smith is considered the father of modern economics. The 18th-century Scottish economist, philosopher, and author is credited with giving economics a well-defined shape as a new discipline. Smith is known for arguing against mercantilism and being a major proponent of laissez-faire economic policies. He believed that the government should not interfere with the economy, and that free-market issues would fix themselves. Smith also believed that individual decisions, driven by self-interest, collectively guide the market to optimal equilibrium.

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Adam Smith is considered the father of modern economics. The 18th-century Scottish economist, philosopher, and author is credited with giving economics a well-defined shape as a new discipline. Smith is known for arguing against mercantilism and being a major proponent of laissez-faire economic policies. He believed that the government should not interfere with the economy, and that free-market issues would fix themselves. Smith also believed that individual decisions, driven by self-interest, collectively guide the market to optimal equilibrium.

Charles Cornwallis

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Charles Cornwallis

Adam Smith

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Adam Smith

Charles Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who designed the Difference Engine and, more importantly, the Analytical Engine. The Analytical Engine is considered the conceptual forerunner of the modern digital computer, incorporating features like an Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU), basic flow control, and integrated memory, which are fundamental to today's computers. Although it was never fully built in his lifetime, his detailed designs and theoretical work laid the foundational principles for future computer development.

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Charles Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who designed the Difference Engine and, more importantly, the Analytical Engine. The Analytical Engine is considered the conceptual forerunner of the modern digital computer, incorporating features like an Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU), basic flow control, and integrated memory, which are fundamental to today's computers. Although it was never fully built in his lifetime, his detailed designs and theoretical work laid the foundational principles for future computer development.

Apurba Kumar Saikia is a noted Assamese short story writer who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award 2020 for his collection of short stories, "Bengsata".

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Apurba Kumar Saikia is a noted Assamese short story writer who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award 2020 for his collection of short stories, "Bengsata".

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Aideu Nilambar Handique (1915-2002) was the first female actress of Assamese cinema, appearing in the 1935 film Joymoti. Handique, who was illiterate at the time, played the lead role in the movie directed by Jyoti Prasad Agarwala. Her role in Joymoti is also considered iconic for establishing the path for women to work in movies.

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Aideu Nilambar Handique (1915-2002) was the first female actress of Assamese cinema, appearing in the 1935 film Joymoti. Handique, who was illiterate at the time, played the lead role in the movie directed by Jyoti Prasad Agarwala. Her role in Joymoti is also considered iconic for establishing the path for women to work in movies.

Ambeshwar Chetia Phukan (ACP=KK) is known as "Kobita Konwar" in Assamese literature.

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Ambeshwar Chetia Phukan (ACP=KK) is known as "Kobita Konwar" in Assamese literature.

Substitute Word: credulous. Synonyms: Gullible

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Substitute Word: credulous. Synonyms: Gullible

Seasonal unemployment is a common occurrence in the agricultural sector. This is because agricultural activities are season-specific, with more work available in some months than others. Seasonal unemployment can also occur in other sectors, such as ice-cream factories and woollen factories. It can also affect people working in jobs that support outdoor activities during mild weather, but disappear during colder, stormy seasons.

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Seasonal unemployment is a common occurrence in the agricultural sector. This is because agricultural activities are season-specific, with more work available in some months than others. Seasonal unemployment can also occur in other sectors, such as ice-cream factories and woollen factories. It can also affect people working in jobs that support outdoor activities during mild weather, but disappear during colder, stormy seasons.

Haria Mandal

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Haria Mandal