Question : Trace the scientific and technological developments in India up to c. A.D. 750.
(1994)
Answer : Knowledge of science was known from very ancient times, although science, as we know today, was not known in India till modern times. The archaeological remains of the Indus valley reveal knowledge of applied sciences. Scientific techniques were used in irrigation, metallurgy, making of fired bricks and pottery and simple reckoning and measurement of areas and volumes.
In contrast more is known about Aryan achievements in the field of astronomy, mathematics and medicine. Chinese records indicate ....
Question : Examine the proficiency of the ancient Indians in various crafts, science and mathematics.
(2002)
Answer : Ancient India has given very substantial contribution to the world in the field of art, crafts, mathematic and sciences. Sohan valley provides us chopper-chopping tools, hand-axes and even microliths which throw light on the tool-making technology which evolved in Indian sub-continent during paleolithic and mesolithic periods. Bhimbetaka, situated near Bhopal is an interesting site in context to mesolithic art. Here, on the rock bolders, specially in caves and caverns ritual and hunting scenes as well ....
