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There were many pioneers who contributed to the progress of Ayurveda, mathematics, astrology, and architecture. Identify one such pioneer who discovered the infinite series in mathematics and defined the value of Pi.

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Sangamagrama Madhavan
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Neelakanda Somayaji
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Vadassery Parameswaran
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Sankaranarayanan
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Solution

The correct option is A Sangamagrama Madhavan
Sangamagrama Madhavan was an astronomer and mathematician who lived in Kerala in the 15th century CE. He was born in Irinjalakuda, Thrissur district. He is attributed with discovering the infinite series in mathematics and defining the value of Pi. His work, Venuvaroham has greatly contributed to trigonometry and algebra.

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