A literature review is a detailed, critical analysis and summary of the existing research and scholarly literature on a particular topic. It involves systematically reviewing, evaluating, and synthesizing the relevant literature published on the subject, and provides an overview of the current state of knowledge. The purpose of a literature review is to identify gaps in the existing literature, point out areas for further research, and provide a context for one's own research. It helps to establish the theoretical framework, research questions, and hypotheses for a study. Literature reviews can be conducted as standalone projects or as a part of larger research studies, thesis, or dissertations.
