10 Legendary Mathematicians In India

Zee Media Bureau
Jan 24, 2024

Srinivasa Ramanujan

A self-taught mathematical genius, Ramanujan made significant contributions to number theory, infinite series, and continued fractions

Aryabhata

An ancient Indian mathematician-astronomer, Aryabhata made significant contributions to trigonometry and provided an accurate approximation of π.

C. R. Rao

A renowned statistician, Rao's work laid the foundation for modern statistical theory. He received numerous awards, including the National Medal of Science in the U.S.

Shakuntala Devi

Known as the "Human Computer," Devi was a mental calculator who demonstrated exceptional mathematical abilities, earning her a place in the 1982 edition of The Guinness Book of World Records.

Harish-Chandra

A distinguished mathematician, he made significant contributions to harmonic analysis and representation theory, with his work influencing various branches of mathematics.

C. S. Seshadri

A pioneer in algebraic geometry, Seshadri's work had a profound impact on the field, and he played a key role in establishing the Chennai Mathematical Institute.

Raghuram Rajan

While primarily an economist, Rajan's contributions to mathematical finance, particularly his work on banking and financial crises, are highly regarded.

Anand Kumar

Founder of the Super 30 program, Kumar has helped economically disadvantaged students achieve success in the challenging Joint Entrance Examination for the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT-JEE).

Manjul Bhargava

A Fields Medal-winning mathematician, Bhargava has made notable contributions to number theory, particularly in the field of algebraic integers.

E. C. George Sudarshan

A theoretical physicist and mathematician, Sudarshan made fundamental contributions to quantum optics and quantum field theory, receiving several awards for his work.

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