Women Mathematicians in Ancient India

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Who is considered the first woman mathematician in ancient India?

  1. Gargi Vachaknavi

  2. Lilavati

  3. Aryabhata

  4. Bhaskara II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gargi Vachaknavi was a renowned philosopher and mathematician who lived in ancient India during the Vedic period. She is known for her contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the area of geometry.

What is the name of the ancient Indian text that contains mathematical problems and solutions attributed to Lilavati?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Aryabhatiya

  3. Surya Siddhanta

  4. Brahmasphuta Siddhanta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lilavati is an ancient Indian mathematical text written by Bhaskara II in the 12th century. It is a comprehensive treatise on mathematics that covers various topics such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and astronomy.

Which ancient Indian mathematician is known for her work on the concept of zero?

  1. Gargi Vachaknavi

  2. Lilavati

  3. Aryabhata

  4. Bhaskara II


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Aryabhata, a renowned ancient Indian mathematician and astronomer, is credited with introducing the concept of zero as a number and a place holder in the decimal system.

Who was the first Indian woman to receive a doctorate in mathematics?

  1. Shakuntala Devi

  2. Anandibai Joshi

  3. Savitribai Phule

  4. Kadambini Ganguly


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kadambini Ganguly was the first Indian woman to receive a doctorate in mathematics. She earned her doctorate from the University of Calcutta in 1902.

Which ancient Indian mathematician is known for her contributions to the field of astronomy?

  1. Gargi Vachaknavi

  2. Lilavati

  3. Aryabhata

  4. Bhaskara II


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Aryabhata made significant contributions to the field of astronomy. He developed a model of the solar system that placed the Sun at the center and proposed the Earth's rotation on its axis.

What is the name of the ancient Indian mathematical text that contains the famous Pythagorean theorem?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Aryabhatiya

  3. Surya Siddhanta

  4. Brahmasphuta Siddhanta


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Aryabhatiya, written by Aryabhata, contains the famous Pythagorean theorem, which states that in a right triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.

Which ancient Indian mathematician is known for her work on the concept of infinity?

  1. Gargi Vachaknavi

  2. Lilavati

  3. Aryabhata

  4. Bhaskara II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhaskara II explored the concept of infinity in his mathematical work. He developed ideas related to infinite series and the concept of limits.

Who was the first Indian woman to become a professor of mathematics?

  1. Shakuntala Devi

  2. Anandibai Joshi

  3. Savitribai Phule

  4. Asima Chatterjee


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Asima Chatterjee was the first Indian woman to become a professor of mathematics. She held the position at the University of Calcutta from 1942 to 1973.

Which ancient Indian mathematician is known for her work on the concept of negative numbers?

  1. Gargi Vachaknavi

  2. Lilavati

  3. Aryabhata

  4. Bhaskara II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhaskara II introduced the concept of negative numbers in his mathematical work. He developed rules for operations involving negative numbers and used them in solving mathematical problems.

What is the name of the ancient Indian mathematical text that contains solutions to various mathematical problems?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Aryabhatiya

  3. Surya Siddhanta

  4. Brahmasphuta Siddhanta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Lilavati, written by Bhaskara II, contains a collection of mathematical problems and their solutions. It covers various topics such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and astronomy.

Which ancient Indian mathematician is known for her work on the concept of irrational numbers?

  1. Gargi Vachaknavi

  2. Lilavati

  3. Aryabhata

  4. Bhaskara II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhaskara II explored the concept of irrational numbers in his mathematical work. He developed methods for approximating the value of irrational numbers and used them in solving mathematical problems.

Who was the first Indian woman to receive the Padma Shri award for her contributions to mathematics?

  1. Shakuntala Devi

  2. Anandibai Joshi

  3. Savitribai Phule

  4. Asima Chatterjee


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shakuntala Devi was the first Indian woman to receive the Padma Shri award for her contributions to mathematics. She was awarded the honor in 1976.

Which ancient Indian mathematician is known for her work on the concept of permutations and combinations?

  1. Gargi Vachaknavi

  2. Lilavati

  3. Aryabhata

  4. Bhaskara II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhaskara II developed ideas related to permutations and combinations in his mathematical work. He developed formulas for calculating the number of ways to arrange objects in different orders.

What is the name of the ancient Indian mathematical text that contains the famous Fibonacci sequence?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Aryabhatiya

  3. Surya Siddhanta

  4. Brahmasphuta Siddhanta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Brahmasphuta Siddhanta, written by Brahmagupta, contains the famous Fibonacci sequence, which is a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones.

Who was the first Indian woman to become the president of the Indian Mathematical Society?

  1. Shakuntala Devi

  2. Anandibai Joshi

  3. Savitribai Phule

  4. Renuka Bhalerao


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Renuka Bhalerao was the first Indian woman to become the president of the Indian Mathematical Society. She held the position from 1983 to 1985.

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