Question

Q. With reference to the Mathematical System in Ancient India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is B 2 only

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: The development of ‘Ganit’ or mathematics was present in the ancient literature from the Vedic times and did not exclusively develop around the age of the Mahajanapadas.

Statement 2 is correct: During the Vedic Age, the construction of fire altars for rituals was geometrically aligned with the rules of the Shulva Sutra and the Satapatha Brahmanas.