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Which ancient Indian mathematician developed the concept of zero and the decimal place-value system, foundational to modern mathematics?

  1. Brahmagupta
  2. Aryabhata
  3. Bhaskaracharya
  4. Panini

Answer: Brahmagupta

Brahmagupta (7th century CE) formalized zero as a number and established rules for arithmetic operations with zero and negatives in 'Brahmasphutasiddhanta'. His work influenced Islamic and European mathematics.

Topic Interdisciplinary - Culture & Mathematics
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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