Bharatiya Mathematics
Introduction
Welcome to the Interactive Knowledge Exchange podcast series, brought to you by the Dwarkadhish Holistic Centre in collaboration with the Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems at NIT Calicut. I’m your host, Dhwani Shah, and today we are privileged to have with us the esteemed Dr. R. Sridharan, a luminary in the field of engineering and Indian knowledge systems.
Dr. Sridharan embarked on his academic journey with a B.E. Honours in Mechanical Engineering from REC Trichy, before advancing to an M.Tech. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from IIT Kharagpur. His academic pursuits culminated in a Ph.D. from IIT Bombay, solidifying his expertise in areas such as decision and simulation modelling, supply chain management, and total quality management.
With over 200 scholarly papers to his name and a role as a reviewer for six international journals, Dr. Sridharan’s contributions to academia are both prolific and influential. He has mentored 22 Ph.D. scholars and is currently guiding research on the intersection of Indian Knowledge Systems and the National Education Policy 2020.
A Fellow of the Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering, Dr. Sridharan has also held key administrative roles at NIT Calicut. Today, he joins us to delve into the fascinating world of “Bharatiya Mathematics”, offering insights that bridge traditional knowledge with contemporary academic discourse.
Guest Of Honours:
I welcome Anil Pandit
Anil Pandit is a distinguished expert in engineering and technology, with an impressive academic background that includes a B.Tech degree from IIT Bombay, along with esteemed qualifications such as MIE, Chartered Engineer, and Industry Teaching Fellow. With a career marked by significant achievements, including obtaining his first patent in 1981 and serving as a program manager for both the Bureau of Indian Standards and the International Engineering Educator program, Anil has held prominent leadership positions such as Technology Business Leader and Chief Engineer, earning him a revered status in the engineering community.
I welcome Dr. Madhumita Chatterji
Dr. Chatterji, the distinguished Director of ABBS School of Management at Acharya Bangalore B School, possesses extensive experience from her previous leadership roles, including CEO and Board Member at Ants Consulting and Services, and Director at IFIM Business School, now known as Jagdish Sheth School of Management in Bangalore. With over three decades in academia, she has taught at prestigious institutions such as Corvinus University in Budapest and has served as a mentor for the HRM program at Middlesex University, earning recognition for her contributions to both academia and the corporate world.
Topic Covered:
- Can you elaborate on the historical significance of Bharatiya Mathematics and its influence on global mathematical thought?
- How do ancient Indian mathematical texts contribute to contemporary mathematical practices?
- What are some unique aspects of Bharatiya Mathematics that distinguish it from other mathematical traditions?
- In what ways can Bharatiya Mathematics be integrated into modern educational curricula?
- How does the study of Bharatiya Mathematics align with the objectives of the National Education Policy 2020?
- Could you discuss the role of Bharatiya Mathematics in the development of Indian engineering and technology?
- What challenges do scholars face when researching ancient Indian mathematical manuscripts?
- How can Bharatiya Mathematics contribute to solving current global challenges in science and technology?
- What are the potential benefits of incorporating Bharatiya Mathematics into interdisciplinary research?
- How can we foster greater appreciation and understanding of Bharatiya Mathematics among younger generations?
