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CBSE will bring a special book: This effort of CBSE will not only work to save the Indian mathematical heritage, but will also inspire the students how deep and rich their country’s scientific and intellectual roots are.
CBSE will bring a special book: Indian mathematics has given direction to the knowledge of not only the country but the whole world. From the discovery of zero to astronomy, architecture and commerce, our mathematical tradition has been unique. Now CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) is going to prepare an authentic monograph “Indian Mathematics tradition” to bring these glorious contributions to the same platform, which will become a rich educational heritage for the coming generations.
Documentation of mathematical contribution
CBSE has approved this monograph of 150 to 175 pages in its recently held governing body meeting. This book will have a detailed description of the major mathematical inventions, researches and ideologies of ancient, medieval and modern India. This initiative is associated with the purpose of the new education policy, which emphasizes on the inclusion of Indian knowledge tradition in the curriculum and developing culturally, globally relevant educational resources.
Source, verse and authentic evidence
This monograph will also include translations, sources references and historical evidence of the original Sanskrit shlokas so that the material presented is completely authentic and research. It will mention important texts and personalities such as Shulb Sutras, Aryabhatiya, Brahmasfutasiddhanta, Lilavati and Kerala School of Mathematics. Along with this, mathematics applications will be depicted in areas like astronomy, architecture, commerce and education.
Role and development process of experts
For this project, an advisory committee of mathematics historians, Sanskrit scholars, mathematics academics and eminent academic experts will be set up. This monograph will be prepared through an educational partner institution or agency, which will be selected by the transparent selection process. It will be made available in both digital and print forms, so that schools, students and teachers across the country can take advantage of it.
This effort of CBSE will not only work to save the Indian mathematical heritage, but will also inspire the students how deep and rich their country’s scientific and intellectual roots are. The ‘Indian Mathematics tradition’ will become an important source of knowledge, pride and inspiration for generations to come.
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