Relationships are a lot like algebra. Do you ever look at your X and wonder, Y?
Trigonometry and calculus originated in India. If you are a student, you might be bounded for going through differentiation, graphs, matrices, and so many other things on the morning of school days. That blows your mind. Right?
But these mathematical subjects have immense significance and influence worldwide and are the main reasons behind some epic discoveries.
India is the land of wonders and a fascinating country known for its vibrant cultures, diversity, spellbinding music and dance, and of course, beautiful art forms. From numerous captivating monuments to colorful celebrations, India packs quite a punch.
Here are some amusing historical facts about India, its rich heritage, and spectacular achievements that will surprise you.
Chess
You are not a chess fanatic if you haven’t watched the Queen’s Gambit. The popular TV show gained immense hype and attracted many individuals to the game.
Chess is believed to have originated from Chaturanga, an ancient Indian game invented 1500 years ago. The difference is that Chaturanga has foot soldiers, a Raja, and a horse, while chess has pawns, a chess king, and a horse. Also, instead of bishops, Chaturanga uses elephants.
Multiple Ancient Inventions
Hey! Talking about inventions, who invented the word INVENTION? We hope you know that that makes that person an INVENTOR himself.
India has been known for many historical inventions which still exist today, and few have even evolved with time. Some inventions and concepts include keys, binary codes, fiber optics, yoga, and even wireless communication!
Yoga
Yoga’s origin can be traced over 5000 years ago to northern India. Yoga was first mentioned in the Rig Veda, the ancient sacred text in Sanskrit. Yoga was developed by the Rishis or Sages, who documented their practices and beliefs in the Upanishads.
Yoga, a major part of Buddhism and meditation, is a perfect way to enhance your body’s flexibility and improve your overall mental well-being by connecting with nature. Yoga is the most basic way to balance your multiple chakras, which aids in creating physical body alignment and rebalances your body while providing positive energy and vibes.
The Inventors of Algebra
“I love algebra,” – said no man ever!
Algebra was originated in India by Al-Khwarizmi, who is known as the father of algebra. He discovered the two branches of medieval Indian mathematics, called Bījagaṇita and pāṭīigaṇita. He also introduced the concept of zero, negative numbers, and arithmetic equations.
Excellent Source of Gems and Diamonds
Until 1896, India was the only source of manufacturing diamonds in the world. Most diamonds were present in the Krishna River Delta. Later Brazil discovered diamonds in the 18th century.
The Cotton History
No one knows exactly how old cotton is.
The ancient Indians were the first to cultivate cotton crops; by 1000 BC, cotton cloths were utilized fully. Their cotton spinning techniques were still in use until industrialization.
Theories of Gravity
I recently read this new narrative on zero gravity. Turns out I couldn’t quite put it down after reading it.
Indians came up with some of the first theories of gravity. In the 6th century, Aryabhata used gravity to expound why objects don’t fly off the Earth’s surface while rotating. Too bad they didn’t have an apple lying nearby, or else we wouldn’t know Newton.
Indus Valley Civilization
Culture to the bronze age existed from 3300 to 1300 BC and is one of the third oldest civilizations in the world. During this era, people who were brought up progressed in mathematics, astronomy, mineral extractions, and the art of navigation.
Music in India
India is known for its unique music. The various genres, especially the classical music of North India and Karnatak music of South India, are prevalent.
The famous band, The Beatles, is known for having a rare history with India that began more than half a century ago. India is known to have enlightened this iconic band’s evolution and helped them learn about music in-depth.
To Conclude
India’s accomplishments have significantly advanced from science and technology to the movie industry. While the rest of the world could not develop a successful numerical method, Indians elevated it in every possible way. The history of India is remarkable, and the more you explore, the more new things you can discover.
Explore the facts related to Indian art, science, medicine, health, wellness, technology, fashion, entertainment, music, and more with Welcome to India by Kinnari Birla, and tell us which is your favorite fact from this book.
