Scientific and Technological Developments in Ancient India
Ancient India flourished with remarkable scientific and technological advancements that laid the foundation for modern knowledge. From the conceptualization of zero and the decimal system to pioneering surgical techniques and mathematical innovations, ancient Indian civilization made significant strides.
Zero
- The notion of zero was introduced by Aryabhata, marking a pivotal shift in mathematical operations.
- With the incorporation of zero into the place-value system, arithmetic expanded, allowing for representation of vast numbers using only ten symbols.
Decimal System
- India's innovation of the decimal system revolutionized mathematics by assigning positional and absolute values to ten symbols.
- This streamlined calculations, enabling faster and ....
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Indian History
- 1 Feudal Polity in Early Medieval India
- 2 Gupta Kings: Chandragupta I, Samudragupta & Vikramaditya
- 3 Decentralized Governance in the Gupta Age
- 4 Mauryan Kings: Chandragupta and Ashoka
- 5 Delhi Sultanate: Dynasties & Rulers
- 6 Delhi Sultanate: Political System & Governance
- 7 Tribal Political Organisation in Early Vedic Period
- 8 Rise of Monarchical Power in Mahajanapadas
- 9 Centralized Monarchy during Mauryan Empire
- 10 Evolution of the Indian Civil Service (ICS) During the British Era
