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Indian Mathematical Contributions to Literature and Poetry

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Which ancient Indian text contains mathematical concepts and problems?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Yajurveda

  3. Atharvaveda

  4. Samaveda


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Yajurveda, one of the four Vedas, contains mathematical concepts and problems, including geometric constructions and algebraic equations.

Who is considered the father of Indian mathematics?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata is widely regarded as the father of Indian mathematics for his contributions to arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, and astronomy.

Which Indian mathematician developed the concept of zero?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta is credited with developing the concept of zero and introducing it into the Indian number system.

What is the name of the Indian mathematical treatise written by Bhaskara II?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Bijaganita

  3. Siddhanta Shiromani

  4. Ganita Sara Sangraha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lilavati is a mathematical treatise written by Bhaskara II, covering topics such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and astronomy.

Which Indian poet is known for his mathematical riddles and puzzles?

  1. Kalidasa

  2. Bhavabhuti

  3. Bharavi

  4. Magha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Magha, an Indian poet, is known for his mathematical riddles and puzzles, which often involve complex calculations and geometric patterns.

What is the name of the mathematical treatise written by Varahamihira?

  1. Brihat Samhita

  2. Panchasiddhantika

  3. Laghu Jataka

  4. Yogayatra


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Panchasiddhantika is a mathematical treatise written by Varahamihira, covering topics such as astronomy, astrology, and mathematics.

Which Indian mathematician developed the concept of negative numbers?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta is credited with developing the concept of negative numbers and introducing them into the Indian number system.

What is the name of the mathematical treatise written by Aryabhata?

  1. Aryabhatiya

  2. Ganita Sara Sangraha

  3. Lilavati

  4. Bijaganita


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhatiya is a mathematical treatise written by Aryabhata, covering topics such as arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, and astronomy.

Which Indian poet is known for his mathematical poems and verses?

  1. Kalidasa

  2. Bhavabhuti

  3. Bharavi

  4. Magha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bharavi, an Indian poet, is known for his mathematical poems and verses, which often involve complex calculations and geometric patterns.

What is the name of the mathematical treatise written by Bhaskara I?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Bijaganita

  3. Siddhanta Shiromani

  4. Ganita Sara Sangraha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ganita Sara Sangraha is a mathematical treatise written by Bhaskara I, covering topics such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and astronomy.

Which Indian mathematician developed the concept of irrational numbers?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta is credited with developing the concept of irrational numbers and introducing them into the Indian number system.

What is the name of the mathematical treatise written by Varahamihira?

  1. Brihat Samhita

  2. Panchasiddhantika

  3. Laghu Jataka

  4. Yogayatra


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Panchasiddhantika is a mathematical treatise written by Varahamihira, covering topics such as astronomy, astrology, and mathematics.

Which Indian poet is known for his mathematical riddles and puzzles?

  1. Kalidasa

  2. Bhavabhuti

  3. Bharavi

  4. Magha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Magha, an Indian poet, is known for his mathematical riddles and puzzles, which often involve complex calculations and geometric patterns.

What is the name of the mathematical treatise written by Aryabhata?

  1. Aryabhatiya

  2. Ganita Sara Sangraha

  3. Lilavati

  4. Bijaganita


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhatiya is a mathematical treatise written by Aryabhata, covering topics such as arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, and astronomy.

Which Indian poet is known for his mathematical poems and verses?

  1. Kalidasa

  2. Bhavabhuti

  3. Bharavi

  4. Magha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bharavi, an Indian poet, is known for his mathematical poems and verses, which often involve complex calculations and geometric patterns.

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