Explanation

The United Nations General Assembly has designated November 25 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (Resolution 54/134)

 since 1981.

Related to: The 1960 murders of the Mirabal sisters.

Theme 2025: UNITE to End Digital Violence against All Women and Girls

Explanation

• World Children’s Day is celebrated annually on 20th November to promote global awareness and improve children’s welfare.

Additional information:

• Founded: 1954
• Founder: United Nations
• Theme 2025: My Day, My Rights

Last verified on 07-03-2026

Explanation

Explanation

• The famous book "Al-Qanun" (The Canon of Medicine) was written by Abu Ali Sina.
• It is also known as Avicenna. 
• The book covers medicine, diseases, and treatments.

Last verified on 27-04-2026

Explanation

• Al-Biruni was a famous Muslim mathematician, astronomer, and geographer.
• He calculated the Earth's radius using trigonometric principles and measurements of the angle of dip from a mountain.
• His estimated radius was approximately 6,339.6 km, which was remarkably close to the modern mean radius of about 6,371 km.
• He lived from 973 CE to 1048 CE.

Last verified on 09-11-2026