Major Mathematical Texts and Treatises from India

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Which ancient Indian text is considered the earliest known systematic treatise on mathematics?

  1. Sulba Sutras

  2. Vedic Mathematics

  3. Aryabhatiya

  4. Lilavati


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sulba Sutras are a collection of ancient Indian texts that deal with geometry, particularly the construction of altars and other ritual objects.

Who is credited with authoring the influential mathematical treatise 'Aryabhatiya'?

  1. Bhaskara II

  2. Aryabhata

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Aryabhata, a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer, authored the 'Aryabhatiya' in the 5th century CE.

What is the name of the famous commentary on the 'Aryabhatiya' written by Bhaskara I?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Bijaganita

  3. Siddhanta Shiromani

  4. Karanakutuhala


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhaskara I's commentary on the 'Aryabhatiya' is titled 'Karanakutuhala', which means 'the delight of computation'.

Which Indian mathematician is known for his contributions to algebra, including the development of the concept of negative numbers?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta, a 7th-century Indian mathematician, made significant contributions to algebra, including the introduction of negative numbers.

What is the title of the mathematical treatise written by Bhaskara II, which covers a wide range of topics including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and astronomy?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Bijaganita

  3. Siddhanta Shiromani

  4. Karanakutuhala


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bhaskara II's magnum opus, 'Siddhanta Shiromani', is a comprehensive mathematical treatise covering various fields.

Which Indian mathematician is known for his work on the Kerala School of Astronomy and Mathematics, including the development of the infinite series expansion for trigonometric functions?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Madhava of Sangamagrama, a 14th-century Indian mathematician, made significant contributions to the Kerala School of Astronomy and Mathematics.

What is the name of the mathematical text written by Lilavati, the daughter of Bhaskara II, which focuses on arithmetic and algebra?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Bijaganita

  3. Siddhanta Shiromani

  4. Karanakutuhala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lilavati, written by Bhaskara II's daughter, is a mathematical text focusing on arithmetic and algebra.

Which Indian mathematician is credited with developing the concept of the zero as a number and the decimal system?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta is credited with developing the concept of the zero as a number and the decimal system.

What is the title of the mathematical treatise written by Sridhara, which includes a detailed exposition of the Fibonacci sequence?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Bijaganita

  3. Siddhanta Shiromani

  4. Karanakutuhala


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Sridhara's mathematical treatise, titled 'Patiganita', includes a detailed exposition of the Fibonacci sequence.

Which Indian mathematician is known for his work on the development of calculus, including the concept of the derivative?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Madhava of Sangamagrama made significant contributions to the development of calculus, including the concept of the derivative.

What is the name of the mathematical text written by Nilakantha Somayaji, which provides a detailed exposition of the Kerala School of Astronomy and Mathematics?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Bijaganita

  3. Siddhanta Shiromani

  4. Tantrasangraha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nilakantha Somayaji's mathematical text, titled 'Tantrasangraha', provides a detailed exposition of the Kerala School of Astronomy and Mathematics.

Which Indian mathematician is known for his work on the development of trigonometry, including the derivation of trigonometric identities?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhaskara II made significant contributions to the development of trigonometry, including the derivation of trigonometric identities.

What is the title of the mathematical treatise written by Varahamihira, which covers a wide range of topics including astronomy, astrology, and mathematics?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Bijaganita

  3. Siddhanta Shiromani

  4. Pancasiddhantika


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Varahamihira's mathematical treatise, titled 'Pancasiddhantika', covers a wide range of topics including astronomy, astrology, and mathematics.

Which Indian mathematician is known for his work on the development of number theory, including the study of perfect numbers and amicable numbers?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta made significant contributions to the development of number theory, including the study of perfect numbers and amicable numbers.

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