Question

1. identify two indian contributions in each category:

• science:

• mathematics:

• literature:

Explanation:

• Science: Indian contributions in science include the development of Ayurveda (ancient system of medicine) and the understanding of the concept of atoms (from ancient Indian philosophical texts like Vaisheshika).
• Mathematics: The invention of the decimal numeral system (including the concept of zero) and the development of trigonometric concepts like sine and cosine in ancient Indian mathematics are notable contributions.
• Literature: The epic "Mahabharata" (a major Sanskrit epic with profound cultural and philosophical content) and the collection of "Panchatantra" (fables with moral and educational lessons) are significant Indian literary contributions.

Answer:

• Science:
• Ayurveda (ancient medicine system)
• Concept of atoms (from Vaisheshika philosophy)
• Mathematics:
• Decimal numeral system (including zero)
• Trigonometric concepts (sine, cosine)
• Literature:
• "Mahabharata" (Sanskrit epic)
• "Panchatantra" (fables)