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Vatican City is the smallest sovereign state in the world by both area and population. It covers only 44 hectares (110 acres) with around 800 residents. Monaco is small but much larger than Vatican City. Venice is a city in Italy, not a country. Fiji is an island nation much larger than Vatican City.

The Purna Swaraj (Complete Independence) resolution was officially promulgated by the Indian National Congress on January 26, 1930. This declaration announced India's complete independence from British rule. January 26 was later chosen as Republic Day when India adopted its Constitution in 1950. August 15, 1947 is when India actually gained independence.

Boxing matches are scored by judges round-by-round, but neither the fighters nor spectators know the official scorecards until the decision is read at the end. Kung Fu and Martial Arts are broad disciplines, not specific competitive formats with formal scoring. Kick Boxing also uses visible scoring systems during bouts.

Niagara Falls is gradually eroding backward, moving upstream toward Lake Erie at a rate of about 1 foot per year due to water flow wearing away the rock. The Tower of Pisa leans but doesn't move backward, the Eiffel Tower is stable, and the Statue of Liberty is stationary.

In baseball, the defensive team (fielders) always has possession of the ball, whether with the pitcher, catcher, or in the field. The offensive team scores by hitting the ball and running around bases without needing to touch the ball again. Basketball and football involve the offense handling the ball, while golf is individual.

Lettuce is highly perishable and has a delicate texture that doesn't hold up well to freezing, canning, or processing. It becomes wilted, mushy, or loses its crispness when processed. While other vegetables like tomatoes, cabbage, and brinjal (eggplant) can be preserved in various forms, lettuce is almost exclusively sold fresh.

The term 'home run' originated in cricket in the mid-19th century, referring to a hit that cleared the boundary and allowed the batter to score all runs. Baseball adopted the term later, adapting it to mean hitting the ball out of the playing field. Cricket's usage predates organized baseball's adoption.

Abraham Lincoln was famous for his distinctive facial beard, which is his most recognizable feature. A mustache, scar, or nose ring were not characteristic of his appearance.