This encyclopedia is the best source of information and reference in a single volume, particularly for students of classes III to VIII. It provides the best of GK to its readers. Every piece of information is authentic - culled together from several areas of knowledge ranging from encyclopedias, fact books, year books, official government releases, internet and other reliable sources - and verified for accuracy. Salient Features: The best reference book for students, teachers and parents Includes the most up-to-date facts & figures Alphabetical order of entries in each chapter 'Believe It or Not' boxes contain over 100 amazing facts Quiz at the end contains 200 important questions Over 100 lavish & spectacular illustrations Index contains around 200 direct & cross entries Table Of Contents 1. Common abbreviations 2. Famous books (India) 3. Famous books (World) 4. Hello India 5. Presidents of India 6. Prime Ministers of India 7. Indian states and their capitals 8. Indian states and their languages 9. Dances of India 10. Countries and their capitals 11. Countries and their currencies 12. Countries and their natives 13. Countries and their languages 14. Countries and their religions 15. Continents and countries 16. Changed names of some places 17. Geographical epithets 18. Riverside cities 19. Cities associated with industries 20. Number of players 21. Names of playgrounds 22. National games 23. Olympic Games 24. World Cup Soccer 25. World Cup Cricket 26. Famous sports persons 27. Spo - from Amzon