Eagle's appearance and speed make them one of the interesting birds of world.
Here are some interesting facts ------
1. To prove longevity and strength to their partners, eagles soar as high as their wings will take them.
Then they lock claws and fall !!!!
Failure to disengage before hitting ground, sometimes turn fatal.
2. Females dominate males in size.
3. Eagles are faster than a sports car !!!
4. A bald eagle's nest is of the size of the bus.
5. Stealing prey is a common eagle move !!!
Here are some notable galaxies ------
1. Milky way
Our home galaxy.
2. Andromeda galaxy
Closest major galaxy to milky way.
3. Whirlpool galaxy
Grand design spiral galaxy
4. Sombrero galaxy
Unusual spiral galaxy with large central bulge
5. Sunflower galaxy
Spiral galaxy with flocculent spiral arms
6. Black eye galaxy
Spiral galaxy with dark dust lane
7. Pin wheel galaxy
Face-on spiral galaxy
8. Cigar galaxy
Irregular galaxy with intense star formation
9. Tadpole galaxy
Distorted spiral galaxy
10. Cart wheel galaxy
Ring galaxy formed by collision
This question was asked on Koun Banega Karodpati program.
Question
Which country in South American continent shares its name with a river ??
1. Uruguay
2. Peru
3. Ecuador
4. Venezuela
Answer
If we go by options , the country is
URUGUAY !!!
But there is also Brazil which was named after Brazil river.
Uruguay river forms the part of the border between Uruguay and Argentina.
It is also an important water way in this region !!!!
Amazon River in South America is the widest river in the world.
This widens especially during wet season when it can spread to 24 miles wide !!!!
Amazon river carries largest volume of water.
Its vastness means there are no bridges spanning its entire width !!!
It originates in Peruvian Andes and flows eastward through Brazil emptying into Atlantic ocean.
Its basin hosts the world's largest rain forest.
It flows through Brazil, Peru, Columbia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Bolivia, Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana.
These markings are a part of colour coded system that identifies different compartments.
Yellow stripes
A yellow stripe is typically used to mark coaches reserved for differently abled passengers or medical staff.
Blue stripes
Blue stripes are often seen on reserved second class coaches.
White stripes
White stripes signals general compartment.
Green stripes
Green stripes marks ladies coaches.
Red stripes
Red stripes highlights AC first class or executive class.
It mostly comes down to revolutionary survival.
For our ancestors, darkness meant being at a massive disadvantage against nocturnal predators.
Since we lack night vision, our brains developed a fear response to keep us away from potential danger we could not see.
Psychologically, it is more about fear of unknown than the absence of light itself.
When the eyes can not provide clear information, the brain tends to trigger the " fight or flight ' response !!!!
If we add a pinch of baking soda when cooking vegetables, they get cooked easily.
Baking soda softens vegetable cell walls through a chemical process called alkalization.
Plant cells are bound by pectin. It acts like cement between cell walls.
Mixing baking soda to the water in which vegetables are supposed to cook, baking soda raises the water pH, thus making it alkaline.
In alkaline environment, pectin bonds breaks down quickly. This further reduces the rigidity of tough and fibrous vegetables.
This allows the boiling water to penetrate into vegetable, significantly reducing cooking time.
Magnetic compasses always point towards Earth's magnetic north.
But there are some places where magnetic compasses stop working.
They are -----
1. Earth's magnetic poles
At magnetic poles, Earth's magnetic field runs almost vertically instead of horizontally.
This makes compass needles to dip downwards. It often spins or points randomly.
2. Bermuda triangle
In this place in Atlantic ocean, compass fails. Here we can observe unusual magnetic variations.
3. Kursk's magnetic anomoly, Russia
In this region, large amounts of iron ore deposits are found. This creates strong local magnetic pull which overpower Earth's natural field.
4. South Atlantic anomoly
In this region, Earth's magnetic field weakens. It also affects satellites and electronic signals.
5. Kerguelen plateau
This underwater volcanic plateau has unusual magnetic properties which distrubs Earth 's magnetic Field.
The name United States of America is commonly shortened to USA.
Before independence, the land now known as United States consisted of 13 British colonies along eastern cows of North America.
These colonies differ in culture, economy and governance, yet they shared growing dissatisfaction with British rule.
When they decided to break away from British crown, they faced a crucial question --- " How could seperate colonies unite, while still maintaining their individual identities ?? "
After declaring independence in 1776, the former colonies merge into a single centralized territory.
Instead they formed a union of individual states, each with its own government and law, while agreeing to be governed collectively on national matters such as defence and trade.
So, America is called USA because the name accurately describes the nation : A Union of individual states located in America !!!
Built from scratch, city designers can work in grid patterns to make sure that residents have easy access to schools, super markets, health clinics and most importantly to accommodate the anticipated amount of traffic.
Such purpose built capitals are ------
1. Brasilia , Brazil
2. Canberra, Australia
3. Wellington, New Zealand
4. Islamabad, Pakistan
5. Naypyidaw, Myanmar
6. Belmopan , Belize
7. Ciudad de la Paz , Equatorial Guinea
This Bheja Fry question don't require mathematical knowledge !!!
Question
If 9999 = 4
8888 = 8
6688 = 6
Then 4466 = ??
Answer
Please don't try to put mathematical formulae over here !!!
Just look at the number 9.
It is having one circle in the upper part !!!
In the first row, we have 9999. So, 4 circles.
Now look at the number 8.
It is having two circles on both upper and lower parts !!!!
In the second row, we have 8888.. So, 8 circles.
Same way,
In the third row, we have 6688.
Total number of circles in the number 6688 is 6.
On the same logic,
In the fourth row we have 4466.
Number 4 don't have circles, it has only empty space !!!
But number 6 has one circle in it.
Number 4466 has 2 6s.
Total number of circles only 2 !!!!
Hence 9999 4
8888 8
6688 6
4466 2
This fruit is also the heaviest fruit that grows on tree.
This fruit don't bear on feeble ends of branches like apples and mangoes !!!
They sprout directly off of the main trunk or supporting branches of tree.
The tree can live upto 60 to 89 years.
Tree is resistant to pests and diseases.
Tree can thrive in different types of soil.
It is a nutrient dense fruit.
Fruit is JACKFRUIT !!!!
Me and my nephew Aniruddha were deeply engaged in spiritual chatting yesterday !!!
I was telling him about God and devil.
He didnt understand what I mean by " devil ".
As Aniruddha is a great fan of Chota Bheem cartoon series, I explained him that devil is Shaitan.
Me : Do you know who is Shaitan ??
Aniruddha : I know him. But didn't meet him personally !!!!
These are the places where desert meets the ocean creating an unique landscape.
Such places are ----
1. Namib desert and Atlantic ocean, Namibia
2. Baja California desert and Pacific Ocean , Mexico
3. Atacama desert and Pacific Ocean, Chile
4. Sinai desert and Red Sea , Egypt
5. Peruvian desert and Pacific Ocean , Peru
6. Mojave desert and Salton sea , USA
7. Rub Al Khali and Arabian Sea, Oman
Corruption is one of the main issues that have had a negative impact on stability of democracy, economics and the opportunities that citizens have.
Such corrupt countries are ------
1. South Sudan
2. Somalia
3. Venezuela
4. Yemen
5. Libya
6. Eritrea
7. Sudan
8. Nicaragua
9. Syria
10. North Korea
Devil comet is a large, periodic comet that orbits the Sun every 71 years.
It got its name from its appearance !!!
This comet look like a devil as it has horns or forked tail .
This appearance is because of outbursts of gas and dust which forms a horn like structure.
These horns are not physical structurs. They are the result of comet's cryovolcanic outbursts. ( cold volcano )
The ejected gas and dust form a distinctive horse-shoe or horned shape in its nucleus.
This question was asked on Koun Banega Karodpati program.
Question
Stars on which country's flag shows the sky of 15 November 1889 , day on which it became republic ??
1. Brazil
2. Australia
3. United States of America
4. New Zealand
Answer
This question was answerable by looking at options and eliminating some of them !!!!
Both Australia and New Zealand flags are somewhat similar having Union Jack at the upper left corner and having some stars in the dark blue background.
The dark blue background can not be taken as sky !!!
Australia and New Zealand ruled out !!!
I have seen the photo of USA flag. It is fully covered with stripes.
United States of America ruled out !!!
Now we will look at Brazilian flag.....
Brazilian flag is quite unique !!
It has a distinctive colour combo of green, yellow and blue. It also has celestial sphere in the center.
The blue sphere actually depicts the night sky over Brazil on 15 November 1889 when the country became republic !!!
It also shows stars arranged at that time on sky !!!!
Answer BRAZIL !!!!
Garam Masala is a spice blend.
It is prepared with cinnamon, cardamom, cumin, cloves, coriander and black pepper.
It increases the flavour profile of any dish and it also has digestive benefits.
Why do we add Garam Masala at the end ??
Garam Masala must be added to the dish at the end only.
If we add Garam Masala early in the recipe, the spice blend gets exposed to high heat for a longer time.
This can lead to the essential oils which make the dish aromatic and tasteful, resulting in a muted overall flavour.
But when we add Garam Masala at the final stage, its aromatic potential and fresh, vibrant taste is preserved.
This trick works very well with vegetarian dishes.
In some meat based dishes, Garam Masala is added little earlier in the cooking process.
Some of the possible reasons are ------
1. Scent marking
Circling and pooping may be a way for dogs to communicate with other dogs through scent marking.
This is one of the ways canines silently exchange information about their health, territory and presence.
2. Preparing the area
Circling may help dogs to find the right spot to poop, taking into factors like texture, smell and visibility.
3. Instinctual heritage
Circling before pooping is an instinctual behavior from wild ancestors, who needed to prepare a safe and suitable area to defecation and to ensure the area is clear of threats, insects and obstacles.
These tourist attraction places can be thoroughly discovered in just a single day !!!!
1. Monaco
2. Vatican city
3. San Marino
4. Nauru
5. Liechtenstein
6. Tuvalu
7. Malta
These are the creatures with bone crushing jaw strength.
1. Crocodile
2. Gorilla
3. Great white shark
4. Hippopotamus
5. Hyena
6. Jaguar
7. Alligator
8. Lion
9. Tiger
10. Polar bear
If 2 = 2
3 = 6
4 = 24
5 = 120
6 = ???
Answer
If we look at the pattern, we will easily come to know the pattern.
The first row is given as 2..
Next row is 2 * 3 = 6
Third row is 6 * 4 = 24
Fourth row is 24 * 5 = 120
Following the same pattern, fifth row should be
120 * 6 = 720 !!!!
Some countries are officially known by essentially administrative labels.
Their name describe how they are governed, where they are located and how political units come together.
Overtime these descriptive names become permanent !!!
Here are the countries whose names are functional rather than traditional.
1. United States of America
2. United Arab Emirates
3. United Kingdom
4. Central African Republic
5. Democratic Republic of Congo
6. Federated States of Micronesia
This question was asked on Koun Banega Karodpati program.
Question
Women's world cup was held for the first time in which sport ??
1. Cricket
2. Football
3. Hockey
4. Rugby
Answer
We will find out the year at which first women's worldcup matches held for each of the options given in question.
Rugby
Women's worldcup rugby matches are being held since 1991.
Hockey
Women's worldcup hockey matches are being held since 1974.
Football
Women's worldcup football matches are being held since 1991.
Cricket
Women's worldcup cricket matches are being held since 1973.
By looking at the above chart, we can conclude that women's worldcup matches were first held in the sport of
CRICKET !!!!
We must have noticed rails are not laid as a single continuous piece. Instead they are joined at regular intervals.
This is because manufacturing and transporting a single raip for thousands of kilometers is neither practical nor feasible.
Therefore multiple rail sections are connected to form a continuous track.
But there is a small gap between two joined rails. It is carefully engineered safety measure.
Railway tracks are made of iron and steel. Metals naturally expand in hot weather and get contract in cold weather.
If no space is left between two rail sections, the expansion in higher temperature could cause the tracts to bend or buckle.
It is a dangerous condition that result in derailment.
The gap provided allows the metal to expand safely without distorting the alignment of tracks.
Other safety measure is trains halting at the outer signal before entering the station.
Because signalling and track clearance play a crucial role in such stops.
Here is the list of most stunning national birds around the world ------
1. Indian Peafowl , India
2. Bald Eagle , United States of America
3. Resplendent Quetzal , Guatemala
4. Scarlet Macaw , Honduras
5. Golden Eagle , Mexico
6. Himalayan Monal , Nepal
7. Atlantic Puffin, Iceland
8. Grey Crowned Crane , Uganda
9. Andean Condor, Columbia
10 . North Island Brown Kiwi , New Zealand
Nowadays strait of Hormuz is in news.
It has a very narrow width. Although the width of strait appears to be limited, it carries a significant portion of world's oil exports.
The strait of Hormuz is between 2 nations.
1. Iran ( north coast )
Iran has the entire northern shore of the strait and many islands all of which Iran owns.
Therefore, Iran has significant authority over maritime traffic passing through strait.
2. Oman ( south coast )
Southern coast of Hormuz strait is Oman.
Oman controls southern shore through Musandam peninsula. It is an exclave seperated from rest of Oman from UAE.
3. UAE ( United Arab Emirates )
UAE's coastline is part of immediate geographical corridor.
Mulla Naseeruddin was seen riding his donkey while carrying a heavy bundle of wood on his own head !!!
Puzzled friend asked Naseeruddin, why he didn't put the wood on donkey instead of carrying on his head ??
Naseeruddin replied,
" poor donkey is already carrying me. I wanted to help it by sharing the load of wood. That's why I am carrying it on my head !!!! "
World's most popular hot drink is consumed by billions of people across different countries and cultures.
It is known for its refreshing taste and relaxing effect.
Many countries such as India, China and United Kingdom consume it in large numbers.
It is made by brewing dried leaves in hot water !!!!
It is TEA !!!
Most popular types of tea
1. Black tea
2. Green tea
3. Herbal tea
4. Oolang tea
5. White tea
Interesting facts about tea------
Tea is the most consumed drink in the world after WATER !!!
Tea has the history of thousands of years.
India is one of the largest tea producers.
Tea contains natural antioxidants.
A female cat is called a " QUEEN ", if she is unspayed and of breeding age.
A spayed female cat is called a " MOLLY ".
Another term for female cat is " DAM ".
Some interesting facts -----
1. Female cats tend to prefer using their right paw for tasks whereas males are left pawed.
2. Only about 20% of ginger or orange tabby cats are " females ".
3. Female cats often live in organized colonies whereas males are usually solitary.
4. On average, female cats live a year or two longer than male cats.
Several global currencies have posted a double digit gains against US Dollor.
Such currencies are ----
1. Israeli Shekel
2. Columbian Peso
3. South African Rand
4. Mexican Peso
5. Australian Dollor
6. Brazilian Real
7. Nigerian Naira
8. Norwegian Krone
9. Kazakhstani Tenge
10. Malaysian Ringgit
Einstein rings are a very rare and fascinating astronomical phenomenon.
They occur when the light from a distant galaxy passes through the gravitational field of a foreground object typically another galaxy or another galaxy cluster.
Because of this, foreground galaxy's gravity bends and magnifies the light, creating a ring likes shape around it.
Einstein 's ringjs are a result of
1. Gravitational lensing
2. Alignment
Only a few dozen Einstein's rings are discovered so far as they are rare but they are beautiful.
This Bheja Fry question I came across when browsing internet.
Question
If 5 + 3 = 28
5 + 4 = 19
9 + 1 = 810
8 + 6 = 214
Then
7 + 4 = ???
Answer
This looks really weird.
But if we closely examine, we will find out the pattern these numbers are following !!!!
First row, we have 5 + 3 = 28
We know 5 - 3 = 2 and 5 + 3 = 8. These 2 and 8 have been written together !!!!
Next we have 5 + 4 = 19
5 - 4 = 1 and 5 + 4 = 9. Together it is 19.
Same logic goes to remaining rows also.
Now 7 + 4 = ??
7 - 4 = 3 and 7 + 4 = 11
Together we get 7 + 4 = 311
This question was asked on Koun Banega Karodpati program.
Question
Who is the first lady to receive Bharat Ratna award ??
1. Sarojini Naidu
2. Mother Theresa
3. Indira Gandhi
4. Lata Mangeshkar
Answer
Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award of India.
Lata Mangeshkar who was the leading playback singer was awarded Bharat Ratna in 2001.
Mother Theresa was awarded Bharat Ratna for her selfless service to humanity in 1980.
Sarojini Naidu who is known as Nightingale of India was awarded Bharat Ratna in 1964 posthumously.
Indira Gandhi who was the prime minister of India was awarded Bharat Ratna in 1971 for liberation of Bangladesh.
Except Sarojini Naidu, other 3 received Bharat Ratna award when they are alive.
But in Koun Banega Karodpati program, this fact was not taken into account, but I did !!!
The first lady to receive Bharat Ratna award in her lifetime is
INDIRA GANDHI !!!!
Hindi is widely spoken in India and across several neighbouring countries..
It is also the third most spoken language in the world.
Hindi enjoys official language status only in one country outside Indian subcontinent.
That country is FIJI !!!!
A beautiful island nation in south Pacific ocean.
During the British colonial period, thousands of labourers were taken to Fiji to work on sugarcane plantations.
These workers spoke different dialects including Avadhi, Bojpuri and Magadhi.
Overtime these dialects blended to form Fiji Hindi !!!!
Fiji Hindi is not identical to Hindi is widely spoken in India and across several neighbouring countries..
It is also the third most spoken language in the world.
Hindi enjoys official language status only in one country outside Indian subcontinent.
That country is FIJI !!!!
A beautiful island nation in south Pacific ocean.
During the British colonial period, thousands of labourers were taken to Fiji to work on sugarcane plantations.
These workers spoke different dialects including Avadhi, Bojpuri and Magadhi.
Overtime these dialects blended to form Fiji Hindi !!!!
Fiji Hindi is not identical to Hindi spoken in India. It incorporates words from English and Fijian.
Speakers of Indian Hindi can understand Fijian Hindi with a little effort. spoken in India. It incorporates words from English and Fijian.
Speakers of Indian Hindi can understand Fijian Hindi with a little effort.
Here are the reasons -----
1. To deflect rainwater and snow
If train roofs are flat, every downpour turn the top of the train into a mini swimming pool !!!
A curved design allows rain water and snow to slide off easily. Accumulation could lead to leaks and rust.
2. To reduce air resistance
A curved roof helps the air flow smoothly over the train body, reducing drag and increasing fuel efficiency.
3. To strengthen the structure
Curves are stronger than flat surfaces. Can withstand strong winds.
4. To create more headroom inside
The arched roof provides extra headroom without increasing width of train or compromising stability.
5. To keep the temperature balanced
Curved sufaces make environment less stuffy during long journeys.
Fish is a fish ..... !!!!
These are some traits by which we can differentiate between male and female fish.
1. Males are usually much more colourful and vibrant compared to females.
2. Males are actually smaller than females !!!
3. Some males develop humps, hooked jaws and longer fins.
4. Males are often territorial and may build nests.
5. Males often perform " dance " to impress females !!!
In cricket,
A diamond duck refers to the dismissal of a batter without facing a single delivery.
It is the most rarest and unfortunate way of getting out for a batter.
This usually happens through a run out , where the non striker is dismissed while attempting a run before facing the ball.
The term " duck " signifies a score of zero.
Other type of ducks are ----
1. Golden duck
Out on the first ball faced.
2. Platinum duck
Out on the first ball of innings
There have been 164 players who got dismissed as diamond duck in ODI.
Out of them, 12 are Indians !!!!
Indian railways is a vast network that connects major cities, smaller towns and remote villages.
It supports the movement of both people and goods.
UTTAR PRADESH is the Indian state with highest number of railway stations.
According to media reports, Uttar Pradesh has more than 1000 railway stations.
Prayagraj is the key railway station in the state that handles thousands of passengers everyday.
Indian railways is also a major employer.
IT IS A COMMON MISCONCEPTION !!!
Each hair follicle operates independently. It can produce only one hair at a time.
There is no biological mechanism that would trigger surrounding follicles to produce grey hair just because we plucked one !!!
Plucking one grey hair won't unleash hell. But it may cause more harm than good.
When we pull the hair, it causes trauma to hair follicle. As a result, hair we are pulling may just never come back.
That's why it is not advisable.
Domestic LPG gas cylinders are painted red for safety and high visibility.
The red colour is internationally recognized as danger colour ensuring it is easily spotted and handled with care.
As red has the longest wavelength in visual light spectrum, it makes it easily noticeable even from distance, in low light also.
Red colour alerts the people to the highly inflammable nature of LPG.
Red colour distinguishes domestic cylinders from other types such as blue which is the colour of commercial gas cylinder.
Here is the list of continents on the decreasing number of countries in them.
1. The ultimate leader , Africa , 54 countries !!!
2. Runner up , Asia, 48 countries
3. Historic third , Europe, 44 countries
4. North America, 23 countries
5. Oceania , 14 countries
6. South America , 12 countries
7. Antarctica , NIL !!!
Dragon flies are heavy feeder insects. They mainly eat mosquitoes and flies.
They are harmless and very useful.
Here are some unknown facts --------
1. They are ancient insects.
2. They are expert flyers.
3. They have near 360 degree vision.
4. They are efficient predators.
5. They control mosquito population.
I have listed down the languages mostly spoken in Europe, the number of people speaking and the primary countries.
1. English 260 million UK, Iceland, Malta
2. Russian 160 million Russia, Belarus, Ukraine
3. German 135 million Germany, Austria, Switzerland
4. French 135 million France, Belgium, Switzerland
5. Spanish 90 million Spain
6. Italian 82 million Italy, Switzerland, San Marino
7. Turkish 80 million Turkey, Cyprus, Bulgaria
The language mostly spoken in Europe after English has
Most native speakers in Europe
It is the most widely spoken second language in the world.
About 15 to 18% of Europeans are speakers of this language.
That language RUSSIAN !!!!
Lesser known facts about Russian language
1. Due to technical systems, every astronaut visiting ISS must learn Russian !!!!
It is classified as critical surviving language.
2. Russians have two distinct words for blue. Russians categorise the shades faster than English speakers.
3. In Russian, they change suffixes according to gender. -ov for males and -ova for females.
