Interesting Facts about India
· The name 'India' is derived from the River Indus, the valleys around which were the home of the early settlers. The Aryan worshippers referred to the river Indus as the Sindhu. · When many cultures were only nomadic forest dwellers over 5000 years ago, Indians established Harappan culture in Sindhu Valley (Indus Valley Civilization) · India is the largest democracy in the world, the 7 th largest Country in the world, and one of the most ancient civilizations. · The 'Place Value System' and the 'Decimal System' were developed in India in 100 B.C. · Chess was invented in India. · Algebra, Trigonometry and Calculus are studies, which originated in India. · Ayurveda is the earliest school of medicine known to mankind. The Father of Medicine, Charaka, consolidated Ayurveda 2500 years ago. · The world's first university was established in Takshila in 700 BC. More tha
