Page-3 of GKToday Archives: March, 2010

What is Podiatry?

Podiatry is the branch of science that deals with study, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle and lower leg.Chiropodist was a term used for those who practiced Podiatry. Now they are known as podiatrists. Podiatrists treat a ..

Who is referred to as “The Wizard of Menlo Park”?

Great scientist, inventor and businessman Thomas Alva Edison was called “The Wizard of Menlo Park”. He developed phonograph, the motion picture camera, and electric light bulb. He is counted among the first inventors who applied principles of mass production and ..

After whose name award on “Best Film on National Integration” is given India?

This award is given after name of “Nargis Datt”. The title of the award is “Nargis Dutt Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration”. It is a National Film Award. The feature film is selected by jury of the ..

How Secunderabad derived its name?

Secundarabad derives its name from the Third Nizam of Hyderabad state, Mir Akbar Ali Khan Sikander Jah, also known as Asaf Jah III. Nizam is another term for Asaf Jah dynasty. It was the title of the native sovereigns of ..

Which element has the lowest boiling point and melting point?

Helium has the lowest melting and boiling point among all elements. Helium solidifies only under great pressure. Helium fails to solidify and remain a liquid down to absolute zero at normal pressures unlike other elements. Solid helium requires a temperature ..

Quiz 352: General Studies for All Examinations

1. Which amendment of the Indian Constitution has abolished the nomination of Anglo-Indians to the Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies? 101th Amendment Act 102nd Amendment Act 103rd Amendment Act 104th Amendment Act 2. On which of the following the weight ..