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Do NOT discount the way to COUNT taught by INDIA to the WORLD!

  “We owe a lot to the ancient Indians, teaching us how to count. Without which most modern scientific discoveries would have been impossible.” – Albert Einstein Ancient India was a land of sages and seers as well as a land of scholars and scientists. Research has shown that from making the best steel in the world to teaching the world to count, India was actively contributing to the field of science and technology centuries long before modern laboratories were set up. Many theories and techniques discovered by the ancient Indians have created and strengthened the fundamentals of modern science and technology. While some of these groundbreaking contributions have been acknowledged, some are still unknown to most. It should come as no surprise that the first recorded use of the number zero,  recently discovered  to be made as early as the 3rd or 4th century, happened in India. Mathematics on the Indian subcontinent has a rich history  going back over 3,000 years  and thrived for centuri

Exploring India's Artistic Heritage

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Ancient India has made significant contributions to the field of arts. From the earliest times, Indian art has been characterized by its intricate designs, vibrant colors, and spiritual symbolism.   From the ancient Indus Valley civilization to the modern-day, Indian art has been an integral part of the world’s culture and heritage.                           One of the most prominent contributions of ancient India to the field of art is the development of the Hindu temple architecture . The temples of India are renowned for their intricate designs and ornate sculptures. The temples of Khajuraho, Konark, and Ellora are some of the most famous examples of Hindu temple architecture. These temples are renowned for their intricate carvings, sculptures, and paintings that depict stories from Hindu mythology.   Another major contribution of ancient India to the field of art is the development of miniature paintings . These paintings are characterized by their intricate details and

Ancient Indian Contributions to The World

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Ancient India has been the birthplace of some of the most influential and important philosophies, religions, sciences, and arts.  Ancient India has contributed immensely to the world knowledge base and skills. It has been a source of inspiration for many cultures and civilizations around the world.    The ancient Indians were also responsible for: The development of the earliest known form of writing, the Indus script . This script is believed to have been used to record the earliest known form of Hinduism, the Vedic religion. The Vedas, the oldest known scriptures of Hinduism, were composed in India during the Vedic period. These scriptures contain a wealth of knowledge on a variety of topics, including philosophy, religion, science, and mathematics.   The development of the decimal system , which is still used today in mathematics and science. This system was developed in India around 500 BC and is considered to be one of the most important contributions of ancient India to

Ancient Indian contributions to Metallurgy

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Ancient India was one of the earliest civilizations to develop metallurgy. The earliest known use of metals in India dates back to the Indus Valley Civilization (2500-1500 BCE). Ancient Indians developed  The technique of smelting iron ore to produce wrought iron and steel. This technique was used to make tools and weapons, and was later adopted by other civilizations. The technique of alloying metals, which allowed them to create stronger and more durable tools and weapons. The first to develop the technique of tempering, which is the process of heating and cooling metal to improve its strength and durability. The technique of casting, which is the process of pouring molten metal into a mold to create a desired shape. This technique is still used today in the manufacturing of many products. The technique of forging, which is the process of heating and hammering metal to shape it into a desired shape. This technique is still used today in the manufacturing of many products. The techniq

Ancient India & Astronomy

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The Indian contributions to astronomy are vast and varied. Ancient Indian astronomers developed a number of sophisticated techniques for observing and recording the movements of celestial bodies. They developed a system of astronomy that was used to predict eclipses, the positions of stars and planets, and the times of religious festivals. The most famous of these ancient astronomers was Aryabhata, who lived in the 5th century CE. He developed a model of the solar system that was based on the heliocentric model of the Greek astronomer, Ptolemy. He also developed a number of mathematical techniques for calculating the positions of the planets and stars. In the 11th century, the astronomer Bhaskara II developed a number of mathematical techniques for calculating the positions of the planets and stars. He also developed a number of astronomical instruments, such as the astrolabe and the quadrant. In the 16th century, the astronomer Jai Singh II developed a number of mathematical technique

Contribution of Ancient India to Global Civilisations

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  Indian Contribution to Global Civilisations 1. Ancient Indian Mathematics: The Indian mathematicians made significant contributions to the development of mathematics, including the invention of the decimal system and the concept of zero.  2. Ancient Indian Medicine: Ancient Indian medicine, known as Ayurveda, is one of the oldest systems of medicine in the world. It is based on the principles of natural healing and has been practiced in India for thousands of years.  3. Ancient Indian Architecture: Ancient Indian architecture is renowned for its grandeur and beauty. The most famous example is the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century.  4. Ancient Indian Literature: Ancient Indian literature is renowned for its richness and diversity. It includes the Vedas, the Upanishads, the Ramayana, the Mahabharata, and the Bhagavad Gita.  5. Ancient Indian Philosophy: Ancient Indian philosophy is renowned for its depth and complexity. It includes the si

SPIRITUALITY and HINDUISM: Promoting Human Values and Human Life

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  Spirituality and Hinduism: Promoting Human Values and Improving Human Life Hinduism is one of the oldest and most diverse religions in the world, originating on the Indian subcontinent and comprising several and varied systems of philosophy, belief, and ritual 1 .  Hinduism is not a monolithic religion with a single holy book, prophet, or authority, but rather a way of life or way of being that embraces pluralism, tolerance, and freedom of choice 1 2 .  Hinduism has many sacred texts in Sanskrit and vernacular languages that serve as a vehicle for spreading its teachings, but it also relies on ritual, visual and performing arts, yoga, meditation, and other practices to transmit its spiritual message 3 4 . Hinduism views spirituality as an integral aspect of human life that transcends the material realm and connects the individual soul (atman) with the supreme reality (brahman) 4 .  Spirituality is not separate from science, medicine, or health, but rather interwoven with them in a ho