Applications of Indian Mathematics in Transportation

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Which ancient Indian text contains significant contributions to the field of mathematics, including geometry and trigonometry, which were later used in transportation?

  1. Rig Veda

  2. Atharva Veda

  3. Yajur Veda

  4. Sulba Sutras


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sulba Sutras are a collection of ancient Indian texts that contain geometrical and mathematical knowledge, including the Pythagorean theorem and methods for constructing altars and other structures.

What is the significance of the concept of 'shulbas' in Indian mathematics and its application to transportation?

  1. Units of measurement

  2. Geometric shapes

  3. Algebraic equations

  4. Astronomical calculations


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In Indian mathematics, 'shulbas' refer to geometric shapes, particularly right-angled triangles, which were used in the construction of altars and other structures. These shapes were also used in the design and construction of transportation systems, such as roads and canals.

Which Indian mathematician is credited with developing the concept of 'chakravala' method, which has applications in solving Diophantine equations and was later used in transportation?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta, an Indian mathematician and astronomer, developed the 'chakravala' method, which is an iterative algorithm for solving Diophantine equations. This method was later used in transportation to solve problems related to route optimization and scheduling.

The ancient Indian concept of 'yugas' is related to which aspect of transportation?

  1. Navigation

  2. Road construction

  3. Vehicle design

  4. Time measurement


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The concept of 'yugas' in Indian mathematics refers to large cycles of time. These cycles were used to measure long periods of time, such as the duration of a journey or the time required to complete a transportation project.

Which Indian mathematician developed the concept of 'kuttaka' method, which was used in solving linear Diophantine equations and had applications in transportation?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata, an Indian mathematician and astronomer, developed the 'kuttaka' method, which is an algorithm for solving linear Diophantine equations. This method was used in transportation to solve problems related to route planning and scheduling.

What is the significance of the concept of 'graha' in Indian mathematics and its application to transportation?

  1. Units of measurement

  2. Geometric shapes

  3. Algebraic equations

  4. Astronomical calculations


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Indian mathematics, 'graha' refers to celestial bodies, such as planets and stars. These bodies were used in astronomical calculations to determine the time of day, the position of the sun and stars, and the direction of travel, which were important factors in transportation.

Which ancient Indian text contains significant contributions to the field of astronomy and mathematics, including the concept of 'graha' and its application to transportation?

  1. Rig Veda

  2. Atharva Veda

  3. Yajur Veda

  4. Surya Siddhanta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Surya Siddhanta is an ancient Indian astronomical text that contains significant contributions to the field of astronomy and mathematics. It includes the concept of 'graha' and its application to transportation, such as determining the direction of travel and the time of day.

What is the significance of the concept of 'mandala' in Indian mathematics and its application to transportation?

  1. Units of measurement

  2. Geometric shapes

  3. Algebraic equations

  4. Cartography


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Indian mathematics, 'mandala' refers to a geometric diagram that represents the universe or a specific region. These diagrams were used in cartography to create maps and charts for transportation purposes, such as planning routes and determining distances.

Which ancient Indian text contains significant contributions to the field of cartography and mathematics, including the concept of 'mandala' and its application to transportation?

  1. Rig Veda

  2. Atharva Veda

  3. Yajur Veda

  4. Brihat Samhita


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Brihat Samhita is an ancient Indian text that contains significant contributions to the field of cartography and mathematics. It includes the concept of 'mandala' and its application to transportation, such as creating maps and charts for planning routes and determining distances.

What is the significance of the concept of 'jya' in Indian mathematics and its application to transportation?

  1. Units of measurement

  2. Geometric shapes

  3. Trigonometric functions

  4. Algebraic equations


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Indian mathematics, 'jya' refers to the sine function. This function was used in trigonometry to calculate the angles and distances involved in transportation, such as determining the direction of travel and the distance between two points.

Which ancient Indian text contains significant contributions to the field of trigonometry and mathematics, including the concept of 'jya' and its application to transportation?

  1. Rig Veda

  2. Atharva Veda

  3. Yajur Veda

  4. Siddhantas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Siddhantas are a collection of ancient Indian astronomical and mathematical texts that contain significant contributions to the field of trigonometry. They include the concept of 'jya' and its application to transportation, such as calculating the angles and distances involved in travel.

What is the significance of the concept of 'karna' in Indian mathematics and its application to transportation?

  1. Units of measurement

  2. Geometric shapes

  3. Trigonometric functions

  4. Algebraic equations


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Indian mathematics, 'karna' refers to the cosine function. This function was used in trigonometry to calculate the angles and distances involved in transportation, such as determining the direction of travel and the distance between two points.

Which ancient Indian text contains significant contributions to the field of trigonometry and mathematics, including the concept of 'karna' and its application to transportation?

  1. Rig Veda

  2. Atharva Veda

  3. Yajur Veda

  4. Siddhantas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Siddhantas are a collection of ancient Indian astronomical and mathematical texts that contain significant contributions to the field of trigonometry. They include the concept of 'karna' and its application to transportation, such as calculating the angles and distances involved in travel.

What is the significance of the concept of 'versine' in Indian mathematics and its application to transportation?

  1. Units of measurement

  2. Geometric shapes

  3. Trigonometric functions

  4. Algebraic equations


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Indian mathematics, 'versine' refers to the versed sine function. This function was used in trigonometry to calculate the angles and distances involved in transportation, such as determining the direction of travel and the distance between two points.

Which ancient Indian text contains significant contributions to the field of trigonometry and mathematics, including the concept of 'versine' and its application to transportation?

  1. Rig Veda

  2. Atharva Veda

  3. Yajur Veda

  4. Siddhantas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Siddhantas are a collection of ancient Indian astronomical and mathematical texts that contain significant contributions to the field of trigonometry. They include the concept of 'versine' and its application to transportation, such as calculating the angles and distances involved in travel.

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