Explanation

• Carl Linnaeus is known as the Father of Biological Classification (Taxonomy).
• He introduced the binomial nomenclature system (two-name system).
• This system gives every organism a Genus and Species name.
• It made classification of living organisms systematic and universal.
• His work is the foundation of modern taxonomy.

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Explanation

• Charles Babbage is known as the Father of the Computer.
• He designed the more advanced Analytical Engine, which featured a "Mill" (CPU) and a "Store" (memory).

Additional information:

• He was an English polymath.
• Born: 26 December 1791 London, England
• Died: 18 October 1871 (aged 79) London, England

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Explanation

• Geoffrey Chaucer is known as the Father of English Poetry.
• He wrote in Middle English, making literature more accessible to common people.
• His famous work The Canterbury Tales is a landmark in English literature.

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Explanation

• Baghdad, the capital of Iraq,
• Founder: Caliph Abu Jafar al-Mansur
• Date: Construction began in 762 CE (145 AH).

Additional information

• Iraq, formerly known as Mesopotamia 
• Official languages: Arabic and Kurdish
• Currency is Iraqi Dinar.
• It is located in the continent of Asia.
• Primary Religion is Islam.

• Establishment

  • Independence declared: 3 October 1932

  • Republic declared: 14 July 1958

  • Current constitution: 15 October 2005

  
  

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Explanation

• The term Geography was first used by the Greek scholar Eratosthenes.
• He lived in the 3rd century BC (around 276–194 BC).
• He is also known as the “Father of Geography”.
• He calculated the circumference of the Earth with remarkable accuracy.
• His work laid the foundation of modern geographical studies.

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