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THE FORGOTTEN SCIENTIFIC HERITAGE: THE INDIA STORY (PART 1)

 India is a land of great diversity. This diversity is seen not only in its culture but also in the advancements that the country has made in the field of science and mathematics. Our textbooks and journals often attribute groundbreaking scientific ideas to foreign 'geniuses,' while many of these discoveries actually have their origins here in India. As a result, we are neglecting the Indian roots and contributions that formed the foundations of most of those theories. The term 'foreign' is inappropriate in the context of science, as scientific discoveries, regardless of where they originate, have a global impact and contribute to the collective knowledge of humanity, without assigning exclusive credit to any one country or individual. The purpose of this blog is to highlight the significant advancements in science and mathematics made in India, which have often been overshadowed or credited to other countries or scientists. In this blog we will be discussing about the