Unveiling Ancient India's Influence on Western Mathematics and Astronomy

The Guardian
The Guardian
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The article explores the significant yet often overlooked contributions of ancient India to the fields of mathematics and astronomy. It highlights how Indian scholars laid foundational work that influenced later Western scientific advancements.
Unveiling Ancient India's Influence on Western Mathematics and Astronomy
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The article explores the significant yet often overlooked contributions of ancient India to the fields of mathematics and astronomy. It highlights how Indian scholars laid foundational work that influenced later Western scientific advancements.
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    Ancient Indian Mathematicians: Indian scholars, such as Aryabhata and Brahmagupta, made groundbreaking contributions to mathematics, including the concept of zero and sophisticated astronomical models.

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    Transmission to the West: The knowledge from India was transmitted to the Islamic world and later to Europe, influencing prominent figures like Fibonacci and Copernicus.

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    Lack of Recognition: Despite their contributions, ancient Indian scholars have not received due recognition in the history of science, often overshadowed by their Western counterparts.