SSC MTS EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -During the Gupta period (early 4th century to the late 6th century), the Gupta numerals developed from the Brahmi numerals and were spread over large areas by the Gupta empire as they conquered territory. Beginning around 7th century, the Gupta numerals developed into the Nagari numerals.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Hindu–Arabic or Indo–Arabic numerals were invented by mathematicians in India. Persian and Arabic mathematicians called them “Hindu numerals". Later they came to be called “Arabic numerals” in Europe because they were introduced to the West by Arab merchants.

Detailed explanation-3: -This is also why the Hindu-Arabic numeral system is also known as the Hindu-Arabic decimal system. Today, decimals are mainly used to represent large, small, and exact quantities. This is helpful because it helps to improve the accuracy of calculations, reporting, data analysis, and more.