Discovering India’s Mathematical Legacy: From Zero to Infinity

Indian mathematicians have made significant contributions to the field of mathematics throughout history. Here
some notable contributions

1. Aryabhata's Aryabhatiya:

• Aryabhata's "Aryabhatiya" is a major work in Indian mathematics. It covers various mathematical and
astronomical concepts, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and the calculation of π (pi).

2. Brahmagupta's Brahmasphutasiddhanta:

• Brahmagupta, another ancient Indian mathematician, made significant contributions to

algebra. His work "Brahmasphutasiddhanta" introduced rules for solving linear and
quadratic equations and provided the solutions for systems of simultaneous indeterminate
equations.

3. Madhava's Infinite Series:

• Madhava of Sangamagrama, a Kerala school mathematician from the 14th century,

developed infinite series expansions for trigonometric functions, including sine, cosine, and
arctangent. These contributions are considered early instances of calculus.

4. Kerala School of Mathematics:

• The Kerala School of Mathematics, active between the 14th and 16th centuries, made
significant contributions to calculus. Mathematicians like Nilakantha Somayaji developed
innovative methods for calculating the value of π and made advancements in infinite series.

5. Srinivasa Ramanujan's Contributions:

Srinivasa Ramanujan, one of the most celebrated Indian mathematicians, made remarkable
contributions to number theory, infinite series, and modular forms. His work has had a profound
impact on various branches of mathematics.

6. Fields Medalist Manjul Bhargava:

Manjul Bhargava, a contemporary mathematician, was awarded the Fields Medal in 2014 for his
contributions to algebraic number theory. He has made significant advancements in the study of
elliptic and hyperelliptic curves.
Discovering India’s Mathematical Legacy: From Zero to Infinity