Radha Charan Gupta

Historian of mathematics in India

Radha Charan Gupta - Historian of mathematics in India
Born

1935
90 years ago

Died

September 5th, 2024
0 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

India

Links & References

Pioneered the study of mathematical contributions from ancient India. Contributed to understanding Indian mathematics and astronomy, with a focus on the works of aryabhata. Authored several significant texts that have become essential for the study of historical mathematics. Played a key role in popularizing Indian mathematical heritage in both academic and public domains.

Authored 'History of Mathematics in India'

Published research on aryabhata's contributions

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