Q64
Which one of the following is associated with the Gupta Age of Indian History?
A.
Visit of Chinese pilgrim Hiuen Tsang
B.
Significant contribution to Indian astronomy by Aryabhatta
AnswerC.
Significant contribution to poetry and literature by Banabhatta
D.
Macedonian invasion
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Aryabhatta was the first of the major mathematician-astronomers from the classical age of Indian mathematics and Indian astronomy. He is the author of several treatises on mathematics and astronomy, some of which are lost. His main works are Aryabhatiya and Arya-siddhanta.