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IISER PUNE

Ancient Indian Science & Technology

Pre-Conference Knowledge Assessment
Total: 100 points • Time Limit: 15 minutes
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Section I — Participant Details

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Section II — Assessment Questions

Demonstrate your knowledge
1. Which ancient Indian text contains early descriptions of surgical techniques and instruments? (5 pts)
2. Which ancient Indian scholar is credited with calculating an approximation of π (pi) and describing the concept of zero as a number? (5 pts)
3. The Iron Pillar of Delhi is notable for which scientific/technological reason? (5 pts)
4. Which ancient Indian physician introduced systematic classifications of diseases and wrote the Charaka Samhita? (5 pts)
5. The ancient university of Nalanda (5th–12th century CE) was primarily known for teaching which subjects? (5 pts)
6. Which of the following are contributions from ancient/medieval India to mathematics and astronomy? Select all that apply. (6 pts)
7. Name an ancient Indian text considered one of the earliest works on civil engineering and urban planning (e.g., drainage and water supply systems). (6 pts)
8. Which metallurgical achievement is associated with ancient India's Wootz steel? (5 pts)
9. The Sulba Sutras contain geometric rules used for altar construction and include approximations of square roots. (True / False) (4 pts)
10. Who wrote the astronomical work 'Surya Siddhanta' (in its later Sanskrit form) that influenced Indian astronomy? (5 pts)
11. Match each scholar/term with their field or contribution. (10 pts — 2 points each)
Choose the best match for each person.
12. Which system detailed methods for irrigation, reservoirs, and water management such as stepwells (baolis)? (5 pts)
13. The medical method involving systematic observation, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment is a key feature of which ancient Indian medical system? (5 pts)
14. Give one example of an ancient Indian invention or technique related to textiles or dyes (e.g., a fabric, dyeing technique, or loom technology). (6 pts)
15. Which of the following best explains why ancient Indian astronomers developed detailed mathematical methods? (10 pts)
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