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Science and Technology in Ancient India

April 9, 2009 by DrVSPrasad

Summary

Information about science and technology in ancient India are given.
The internet links for additional information are also provided.

1. INTRODUCTION

Men of older generation used to say that all knowledge is
there in the Vedas. Anyone who hears such words will have
the first reaction that it is an over confident statement.

Geographical knowledge of ancient Indians -

February 15, 2009 by DrVSPrasad

ABSTRACT:

The myth of the churning of the milk ocean is analyzed. The words given in the
myth are interpreted. The meaning of the names 'milk ocean', Badabaanala and Kala
Kuta are discussed. The meaning of the word Patala is explained. Mandara, the
greatest of the mountain ranges, is identified. Use of the expression 'the great