Revisiting the economic theory of crime A state-level analysis in India
The economic theory of crime tends to suggest that deterrence variables have a significant impact on crime rates in a society. From an economic perspective, criminals are rational economic agents who weigh the likelihood of being arrested and apprehended
Pranav Raj, Md Mizanur Rahman
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Effective deterrence: When is deterrence the "right" strategy for achieving national interests? [PDF]
The research goal of this paper is to determine the circumstances in which the strategy of deterrence is the "right thingˮ for the security of the state. In the pursuit of realizing their own interests - from minimum survival to maximum hegemony, states (
Kopanja Mihajlo
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Nudges, Boosts, and Sludge: Using New Behavioral Approaches to Improve Tax Compliance
This paper discusses current developments in tax compliance research, with a focus on three aspects. First, we summarize empirical evidence on the traditional deterrence or enforcement approach, suggesting that tax audits and fines for noncompliance are ...
James Alm +4 more
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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence Militarization on South Asian Deterrence Dynamics
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence in recent years has significantly altered the strategic landscape and character of warfare. Military institutions are extensively exploring various aspects to fortify security, recognizing AI as a pivotal
Tayyaba Khurshid
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The Paradoxical Influence of Stress on the Intensity of Romantic Feelings Towards the Partner
According to Brehm’s emotional intensity theory (EIT), the strength of feelings of romantic affect towards a romantic partner should vary as a cubic function of increasing levels of relationship stress (i.e., deterrence to feelings of romantic affect ...
Silvia Donato +5 more
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Level of analysis problem in the post-cold war deterrence: The need for regional perspectives [PDF]
The end of the Cold War has had profound effect on deterrence theory and practice. Contrary to the perceived belief that deterrence was a dead concept after the demise of the Cold War rivalries, it lives, even grabs more attentions with recent ...
Mehmetcik Hakan
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Deterrence of Punitive Measures on Collusive Bidding in the Construction Sector
Collusive bidding has been a deep-seated issue in the construction market for a long time. The strategies implemented by bid riggers are deliberate, interactive, and complex, suggesting that antitrust authorities have difficulty preventing collusive ...
Wenhui Zhu +4 more
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Will emerging technology increase the possibility of nuclear war? Given the multitude of ways emerging technology intersects with nuclear weapons, critical thinking about an imagined future that goes beyond net assessment, myopic mirror-imaging, and ...
James Johnson
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STRATEGIC TRANSFORMATIONS: INDIA'S PURSUIT OF COUNTERFORCE TARGETING AND REGIONAL STABILITY
In the intricate web of South Asia's security dynamics, India and Pakistan's relationship holds the key to equilibrium. Geographical proximity demands swift responses, prompting India's strategic shift towards Counterforce targeting.
Mubeen Ashraf , Syed Saif ul Haq
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Why Mexicans (Dis) Obey the Law : Social Norms, Legal Punishment and Pluralistic Ignorance
This paper presents the results of an experimental research project on the causes of Mexicans’ law-abiding and non-abiding behaviour. Firstly, it explains the theories tested, namely, deterrence and normative theory of law-abidance, and defines the ...
Rebeca Pérez León
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