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DID YOU KNOW?
Why Does the Peacock Display Its Feathers?
The peacock puts on a display to attract the female – the peahen, as many
other birds do during the mating season. The peacock’s feathers are actually
attached to the lower part of its back — the ‘train’ as it is called and not
to the tail which lies behind it. The tail acts as support only to the
feathers. The peacock on seeing the peahen (female) open out the charming
feathers and dances to make the peahen believe that he is very handsome.
Why Do All Mobile Numbers Start With 9 Digits?
According to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), local
numbering allowed is in range of 2–8. While 0 is used for STD access, 1 used
for special numbers. So, the only digit left is 9.
What is Interpol?
Interpol is an international police organization established in 1923 and has
184 member countries. Its full name is ‘The International Criminal Police
Organization.’ Its main activity is to promote international police
cooperation in nabbing criminals and to check international crimes. The
Interpol has a president and a secretary general as its leading officials.
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