Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

In which country was the first case of a conviction based on fingerprint evidence?

  1. Australia

  2. China

  3. Argentina

  4. Germany

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The first criminal conviction based on fingerprint evidence occurred in Argentina in 1892. The case involved the murder of two children, and police officer Juan Vucetich used fingerprint evidence to identify Francisca Rojas as the perpetrator.