Q – The branch of study dealing with old age and ageing is called
(a) Oncology
(b) Gerontology
(c) Teratology
(d) Ornithology
U.P. Lower Sub. (Pre) 2008
Ans. (b)
Explanation: The branch of study dealing with old age and ageing is known as Gerontology. It explores the social, psychological, cognitive and biological dimensions of ageing. The terms given in other options can be defined as follows-
- Oncology – Study of cancer treatment.
- Teratology – Study of abnormalities of physiological development.
- Ornithology – Study of birds.