How did the invention of zero change world mathematics?

It allowed for the decimal place-value system, simplifying complex calculations and laying the foundation for modern algebra and computing.

History of Indian Science

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: 'Zero' was discovered by-

Zero was discovered by an anonymous Indian mathematician. While scholars like Aryabhatta and Brahmagupta formalized its use, the symbol first appeared in early Indian inscriptions and manuscripts.

Exam Year

1995

Evidence Source

Link

ID: ART_MIS_1995_26 Ref: The Crest of the Peacock by George Gheverghese Joseph