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The Eight Limbs of Vastu-shastra

Indian Knowledge System Module 7 - Town Planning and Public Adm...

Introduction Vastu-shastra, the ancient Indian science of architecture, is based on the concept o...

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Vastu-shastra: The Science of Architecture

Indian Knowledge System Module 7 - Town Planning and Public Adm...

Introduction Vastu-shastra, the ancient Indian science of architecture, deals with the art of pro...

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Town Planning and Architecture in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 7 - Town Planning and Public Adm...

Introduction Here we focus on town planning and architecture in ancient India, drawing heavily fr...

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The Status of Indigenous Science and Technology in India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we discuss the paradoxical situation of indigenous science and technology in India. Despite ...

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Shipbuilding in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Let us examine the history of shipbuilding in ancient India, drawing upon literary sources, trave...

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Surgical Techniques in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we explore the history of surgical techniques in ancient India, highlighting the motivations...

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Dyes, Paintings, and Perfumes in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we explore the knowledge and practices related to dyes, painting technology, and perfumes in...

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Watershed Management in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we will explore the various water management and irrigation systems developed in ancient Ind...

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Temples as Examples of Science and Technology Heritage in India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we focus on temples as tangible examples of India's science and technology heritage. It high...

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Physical Structures as Evidence of Science and Technology Heritage in India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we explore the physical structures in India as tangible evidence of the country’s rich herit...

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Literary Sources on Science and Technology in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we explore the literary sources that shed light on the science and technology landscape of a...

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Exploring India's Science and Technology Heritage

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we discuss the science and technology heritage of India, emphasizing the need to go beyond t...

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Apparatuses for Metal Extraction in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we will focus on the various apparatuses used for extracting and processing metals in ancien...

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Lost Wax Casting of Idols and Artefacts in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we will focuse on the lost wax casting technique, also known as "Madhuchista Vidhanam" in Sa...

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Iron and steel in ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we examine the historical significance of iron and steel in India, highlighting their extens...

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Copper and its Alloys in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we will explore the historical significance of copper and its alloys in India, highlighting ...

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Zinc extraction in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we will delve into the historical significance of zinc extraction in India, highlighting the...

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Mining and ore extraction in Ancient India

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we will focus on the mining and ore extraction techniques employed in ancient India, highlig...

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The rise and fall of great Indian technology

Indian Knowledge System Module 6 - Engineering and Technology

Here we will explore India's contributions to science and technology, specifically focusing on it...

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Jantar Mantar of Raja Jai Singh Sawai

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Introduction to Astronomical Instruments Ancient Indians developed various astronomical instrume...

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