SCIENCE IN INDIA

In the fascinating saga of
ancient scientific ideas and techniques, Indian accomplishments hold an
exalted position. India displayed its originality not only in mathematics and
computational astronomy but also in holistic medicine, metallurgy and other fields.
For reasons known and unknown, however, India did not develop a rational,
methodological and verifiable matrix for ushering in modern science until the
nineteenth century. But when modern science was finally introduced to India
by the British, it did not view it as alien to its ethos. India welcomed it
instead and several bright Indian scientists scaled the peaks of
excellence.  The main objective of
Science in India is to present to the general reader a comprehensive
narrative about the history of science in the country. Based on authentic
sources and their in-depth study, this book deals with the origins,
ramifications and achievements in traditional astronomy, mathematics,
medicine and chemical practices, besides certain concepts related to the
physical world as well as plant life. It also discusses the advent and growth
of modern science till Independence, highlighting the seminal contributions
of Indian scientists who won international acclaim. This is a historical and
factual perspective on science in India, traversing a span of more than 5,000
years.