Scientists of Ancient India

Baudhayan calculated the value of pi and discovered Pythagoras' Theorem.

Aryabhatta

The book Brahmagupta wrote, called "Brahm Sputa Siddantika", introduced negative numbers and operations on zero, making it a significant contribution to Indian mathematics, and allowed Arabs to learn about it. It became the foundation of a modern mathematical system.

<p>Kanad, whose real name was Aulukya, was a sixth century Indian scientist of Vaisheshika School who was fascinated by minute particles called &quot;kana&quot; which means &quot;atom&quot;. He is credited with the atomic theory of the universe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Varahamihira</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nagarjuna, a 10th century scientist, was trying to transform base elements into gold, similar to the alchemists of the Western World.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nagarjuna's &quot;Rasaratnakara&quot; is a treatise on extracting metals such as gold, silver, tin, and copper.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ayurveda stands for the science of good health and longevity of life, it's an indigenous system of medicine in Ancient India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Atreya Samhita</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Susruta Samhita&quot; is an ancient book on surgery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Charak wrote Charak Samhita.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'yoking the mind to the inner self after detaching it from the outer subjects of senses'</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first one to calculate 'pi', a key value in calculating areas and circumferences of circles. Also, the author of 'Sulva Sutra', which contains what is now known as Pythagoras theorem.

A skilled Mathematician, Astronomer and Astrologer of Ancient India, who lived in the 5th Century. His main work was known as 'Aryabhattiya', a comprehensive text showcasing his knowledge of various fields like number theory, geometry, trigonometry, and astronomy.

A prominent Mathematician of the 7th Century. He advanced mathematics with his introduction of negative numbers and operations on zero. He pioneered the use of place values in multiplication, similar to what's used today. His work, 'Brahm Sputa Siddantika', influenced the Arabic world, spreading Indian mathematical concepts.

An influential Mathematician and Astronomer of the 12th Century, born in Bijapur India. His most famous work was 'Siddanta Shiromani', divided into four sections: 'Lilavati' (Arithmetic), 'Beejaganit' (Algebra), 'Goladhyaya' (Sphere) and 'Grahaganit' (mathematics of planets). He also contributed the 'Chakrawat Method' for solving algebraic equations.

A Jain intellectual who focused on Mathematics. He contributed to the understanding of fractions, algebraic equations, series, logarithms and exponents. His significant work 'Ganit Sara Sangraha' from 850 A.D. was an early arithmetic textbook and explored the concept of Least Common Multiple (LCM).

A 6th Century Scientist who believed that the material world is formed by tiny, invisible particles called 'kanas'. He believed that 'kanas' are the smallest indivisible units of matter and are indestructible, a belief that aligned with the modern concept of atoms.

A distinguished scientist from the Gupta period. He made significant contributions to Hydrology, Geology, and Ecology. He was one of the first scientists to mention termites as indicators of underground water sources. His book, 'Brhat Samhita', was renowned for its insights into various subjects.

A 10th Century Scientist known for his alchemical work, focused on transforming base elements into gold. He might not have achieved his exact goal, but his work led to discoveries in metals and imitation jewelry. He authored 'Rasaratnakara', a treatise on metal extraction.

A 1st Century B.C.E. scholar who contributed to the understanding of 'chitta', the state of dissolving thoughts and desires to attain internal balance. He systematically presented yoga in his 'Yoga Sutras' that discussed 'Aum' as the symbol of God, a cosmic sound flowing through the ether.