10 Greatest Ancient Scientists Of India

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2 March 2025

1. A physician and surgeon, Sushruta wrote the Sushruta Samhita, a medical text that described surgical procedures, including plastic surgery, ophthalmology

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2. Known as the "Father of Geometry," Baudhayana made significant contributions to geometry and algebra, including calculating the value of pi

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3. A renowned mathematician, Aryabhatta accurately calculated the Earth's circumference and explained the Earth's rotation on its axis. He also introduced concept of zero 

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4. A mathematical genius, Brahmagupta introduced the concept of zero as a numeral and developed rules for performing arithmetic operations with zero

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5. An atomic theorist, Kanada developed the concept of atoms and described the fundamental nature of matter. His work, the Vaisheshika Sutras, outlined his atomic theory

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6. A master of mathematical techniques, Bhaskaracharya developed differential calculus and made significant contributions to the field of algebra

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7. Known as the Father of Ayurveda, Charak wrote the Charak Samhita, a comprehensive medical text that described various diseases, their causes, and treatments

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8.  A renowned physician and Ayurvedic scholar, Vagbhatta authored the Ashtanga Hridayam, a comprehensive medical text that integrated the principles of Ayurveda and yoga

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9. A renowned polymath and astronomer, Varahamihira authored the Brihat Samhita, a seminal text on astronomy, astrology, and meteorology

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10. An alchemist and metallurgist, Nagarjuna is credited with  advancements in metallurgy, particularly in the extraction and processing of metals like copper, lead, and mercury

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