Science and Technology in Medieval India
History ⇒ Medieval Indian History
Science and Technology in Medieval India starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the contribution of Al-Biruni to science and technology in medieval India.
Describe the contribution of Sushruta to medieval Indian science.
Describe the process of making paper as introduced in medieval India.
Describe the role of Ayurveda in medieval Indian medicine.
Explain the impact of the introduction of gunpowder on medieval Indian warfare.
Explain the importance of the 'Jantar Mantar' observatories built in medieval India.
Explain the role of mathematics in medieval Indian architecture.
Read the following passage and answer the question: 'During the reign of the Mughal emperor Akbar, a large astronomical observatory was constructed at Fatehpur Sikri. This observatory was equipped with various instruments for observing celestial bodies.' What does this tell us about the importance of science and technology in Akbar's court?
Which medieval Indian ruler established an observatory at Delhi? (1) Akbar (2) Firoz Shah Tughlaq (3) Alauddin Khilji (4) Sher Shah Suri
Which medieval Indian text is associated with the science of alchemy? (1) Rasaratnakara (2) Arthashastra (3) Ramayana (4) Mahabharata
Which Mughal emperor was known for his interest in astronomy and established several observatories? (1) Akbar (2) Jahangir (3) Shah Jahan (4) Humayun
Which of the following statements is correct about the use of gunpowder in medieval India? (1) It was first used by the Mughals (2) It was invented in India (3) It was never used in India (4) It was used only for fireworks
Fill in the blank: The famous astronomer who wrote the 'Aryabhatiya' was ___________.
Fill in the blank: The famous mathematician who introduced the concept of zero was ___________.
Fill in the blank: The medieval Indian astronomer who wrote 'Panchasiddhantika' was ___________.
Fill in the blank: The medieval Indian mathematician who wrote 'Lilavati' was ___________.
True or False: Medieval Indian astronomers could predict eclipses accurately.
True or False: Medieval Indian physicians performed complex surgeries such as cataract removal.
True or False: The concept of 'zero' was unknown in medieval India.
True or False: The decimal system was developed in India during the medieval period.
