10 Questions
What was the term 'Shilpa' in ancient India associated with?
Engineering and technology
What is the meaning of 'Bharat' in ancient India?
A place where people dwelled and harnessed knowledge
What did scholars believe about ancient Indian civilization compared to Europe?
India had considerable advances in astronomy and mathematics before Europe
What aspect of Indian civilization did Alan Watts emphasize?
Indian philosophers' understanding of relativity and light years
According to Swami Vivekananda, how did civilizations typically spread ideas?
By engaging in wars and bloodshed
What does Will Durant believe about the influence of India on other parts of the world?
India influenced philosophy, mathematics, Christianity, and forms of government in other parts of the world
What is one characteristic of ancient Indian civilization as mentioned in the text?
Unity in diversity and tolerance of differences
'Village communities and self-governance that originated in India influenced which concept in the West?'
'Democracy'
'Ancient Indian scientific methods can be adopted to harness what according to the text?'
'Modern science and technology'
'What view do scholars hold regarding ancient Indian contributions to knowledge?'
'They influenced various fields like astronomy and mathematics'
Explore the rich history of ancient Indian civilization, focusing on the definitions of science, technology, and engineering. Learn about the term 'Shilpa' which encapsulates the combination of engineering and technology in ancient India, and the knowledge society that thrived in the region.
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