WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT INDIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of these advancements were part of the Gupta Empire? (Choose 2)
A
Universities
B
The letter system we use today
C
The number system we use today
D
Porcelain
E
The Great Pyramids
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Among the products traditionally thought to be from the Gupta era were the decimal system of notation, the great Sanskrit epics, and Hindu art, along with contributions to the sciences of astronomy, mathematics, and metallurgy.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer: The significant contributions of the Indian mathematicians of the Gupta period were that they were the first to use algebra, develop the concept of zero, explain the infinity concept, and discover the decimal system of notation.

Detailed explanation-3: -One of the crucial achievements in science was the development made in metallurgy and it is evident from the construction of the Iron Pillar. The pillar is an illustration of the skills of the Gupta people. Another important progress was the discovery of the modern system of numbers.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Gupta Empire became powerful as a result of warfare, alliances, and trade. It’s prosperity helped usher India into a golden age that saw advancements in technology and science.

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