The Legacy of Indian Mathematical Institutions

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Which ancient Indian text is considered to be the first systematic treatise on mathematics?

  1. The Vedas

  2. The Upanishads

  3. The Sulba Sutras

  4. The Arthashastra


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Sulba Sutras are a collection of mathematical texts that date back to the 8th century BCE. They contain detailed instructions for constructing altars and other ritual objects, and they also include a number of mathematical problems and solutions.

Who is considered to be the father of Indian mathematics?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Brahmagupta

  3. Bhaskara II

  4. Srinivasa Ramanujan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata (476-550 CE) was an Indian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the development of mathematics. He is best known for his work on trigonometry, algebra, and astronomy.

Which Indian mathematician developed the concept of zero?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Brahmagupta

  3. Bhaskara II

  4. Srinivasa Ramanujan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Brahmagupta (598-668 CE) was an Indian mathematician and astronomer who is credited with developing the concept of zero. He also made significant contributions to the development of algebra and trigonometry.

Which Indian mathematician developed the Fibonacci sequence?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Brahmagupta

  3. Bhaskara II

  4. Srinivasa Ramanujan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bhaskara II (1114-1185 CE) was an Indian mathematician and astronomer who is credited with developing the Fibonacci sequence. He also made significant contributions to the development of algebra and trigonometry.

Which Indian mathematician is known for his work on number theory and Diophantine equations?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Brahmagupta

  3. Bhaskara II

  4. Srinivasa Ramanujan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Srinivasa Ramanujan (1887-1920) was an Indian mathematician who made significant contributions to the development of number theory and Diophantine equations. He is also known for his work on continued fractions and infinite series.

Which Indian mathematical institution was founded in 1857?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Calcutta Mathematical Society was founded in 1857 and is the oldest mathematical society in India. It is a non-profit organization that promotes the study and research of mathematics.

Which Indian mathematical institution was founded in 1876?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Madras Mathematical Society was founded in 1876 and is the second oldest mathematical society in India. It is a non-profit organization that promotes the study and research of mathematics.

Which Indian mathematical institution was founded in 1877?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bombay Mathematical Society was founded in 1877 and is the third oldest mathematical society in India. It is a non-profit organization that promotes the study and research of mathematics.

Which Indian mathematical institution was founded in 1907?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Mathematical Society was founded in 1907 and is the largest mathematical society in India. It is a non-profit organization that promotes the study and research of mathematics.

Which Indian mathematical institution publishes the journal 'The Journal of the Indian Mathematical Society'?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Mathematical Society publishes the journal 'The Journal of the Indian Mathematical Society'. The journal is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research papers in all areas of mathematics.

Which Indian mathematical institution publishes the journal 'The Bulletin of the Calcutta Mathematical Society'?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Calcutta Mathematical Society publishes the journal 'The Bulletin of the Calcutta Mathematical Society'. The journal is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research papers in all areas of mathematics.

Which Indian mathematical institution publishes the journal 'The Journal of the Madras Mathematical Society'?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Madras Mathematical Society publishes the journal 'The Journal of the Madras Mathematical Society'. The journal is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research papers in all areas of mathematics.

Which Indian mathematical institution publishes the journal 'The Journal of the Bombay Mathematical Society'?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bombay Mathematical Society publishes the journal 'The Journal of the Bombay Mathematical Society'. The journal is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research papers in all areas of mathematics.

Which Indian mathematical institution is responsible for conducting the National Mathematics Olympiad?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Mathematical Society is responsible for conducting the National Mathematics Olympiad. The Olympiad is a national-level competition for students in grades 11 and 12.

Which Indian mathematical institution is responsible for conducting the International Mathematics Olympiad?

  1. The Indian Mathematical Society

  2. The Calcutta Mathematical Society

  3. The Madras Mathematical Society

  4. The Bombay Mathematical Society


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The International Mathematical Union is responsible for conducting the International Mathematics Olympiad. The Olympiad is an international-level competition for students in grades 11 and 12.

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