What is known as the Baudhayan theorem?

Baudhayan Sulv Sutra (1000 BC) is today known as the Pythagoras theorem, which states that in a right-angled triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides. In Baudhayan theorem, this has been expressed as follows: in a Deerghchatursh (triangle), the chetra (square) of rajju (hypotenuse) is equal to the sum of squares of the parshvamani (base) and triyangmani (perpendicular line). It is amazing to note that the Pythagoras theorem was known in our country as far back as 1000 BC.

What is referred to as the Welcome Collection?

The Welcome Collection traces the development of medicine through history and spanning several cultures. Located in central London, it is a combination of exhibitions, libraries and cafes where people can learn more about the development of medicine. Part of the Welcome Trust, it was founded by Sir Henry Welcome, a pharmacist, entrepreneur, philanthropist and collector, who garnered a unique collection of articles relating to medicine and health. Recently, a British heart transplant patient, Jennifer Sutton, donated her old heart to the Welcome Collection, after receiving a new one.

What is gnotobiology?

Gnotobiology is the science of study of animals or other organisms rose in environments free of germs or those which contain only specifically known germs. Scientists compare gnotobiotic animals with ordinary animals whose bodies carry many germs, like bacteria, viruses and parasites. In this way, scientists can determine more precisely hoe specific germs affect a body.

Which nation has the smallest army in the world?

Vatican City, the world’s smallest country, has the smallest army. This army of 110 men is also known as the Swiss Guard. In the year 2006, the Vatican celebrated the 500^th anniversary of the Swiss Guard. The celebration commemorated the 150 Swiss Helvetian mercenaries who came to Rome to serve Pope Julius II, on January 22, 1506. The mercenaries covered a distance of 723 km in 27 days to enter Rome from Bellinzona, Switzerland. Swiss Helvetian mercenaries, famous for their courage, die-hard attitude and loyalty to their employers, were part of the regular armies of various countries at that time. As allies of the Pope, they helped to shape Italy’s destiny and thus they were granted the title ‘Defenders of the Church’s Freedom’ by the Pope. During the sack of the Rome on May 6, 1527, the Swiss Guard, comprising 189 personnel at that time, resisted a Spanish attack on Rome and the Vatican. But they had to retreat after suffering heavy casualties. Only 42 men survived the attack. However, the guard was able to ensure Pope Clement VII’s escape to safety.

Which was the first TV talk show?

The talk show, popularly understood as a show compromising a host, a few panelists and a live audience, had its origins in the ‘70s in the American television. Phil Donahue’s “The Donahue Show”, which first aired in 1970, is the first talk show. Oprah Winfrey, however, took this format to new levels and is today the highest-paid TV personality.

What is guttation?

Guttation is the loss of water in the form of droplets from hydathodes (small pores) on the leaf margin of a small herbaceous plant. Water has the ability to rise up to 2 feet on its own through the xylem of the plant. During the evening or early morning, when the rate of absorption by roots exceeds the rate of transpiration (evaporation) by leaves, a lot of water gets accumulated in the plant body which can damage the cells. Plants have hydathodes at the end of the veins, through which this excess water is lost in the form of droplets. It takes place mostly in small plants like banana, rose, etc.

Why the Virgin Islands are called so?

Virgin Islands were discovered by Christopher Columbus. He named them after Saint Ursula and the 11,000 Virgins. This was later shortened to The Virgins.