Some called him a saint, and some, an astrologer. But Varahmihir was actually a genius mathematician whose discoveries hold significance even after thousands of years. From calculating the diameters of several planets like Mercury and Saturn, to saying that water was present on Mars, Varahmihir's predictions were based on detailed mathematical calculations. Though, today we have been able to preserve only a fragment of his vast research. How did ancient Indians make such scientific advancements? What really was the extent of their knowledge?

Narrated by

Purab

Written by

Mihir Joshi

Audio Design by

Aayush Mehra

Creative Direction by

Dhruv Lau

Some called him a saint, and some, an astrologer. But Varahmihir was actually a genius mathematician whose discoveries hold significance even after thousands of years. From calculating the diameters of several planets like Mercury and Saturn, to saying that water was present on Mars, Varahmihir's predictions were based on detailed mathematical calculations. Though, today we have been able to preserve only a fragment of his vast research. How did ancient Indians make such scientific advancements? What really was the extent of their knowledge?
Narrated by
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Written by
Mihir Joshi<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dhruvlau/"></a>
Audio Design by
Aayush Mehra
Creative Direction by
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dhruvlau/">Dhruv Lau</a>

India Classified - A show about the secrets of India and the truth surrounding the myths. The show explores 'Not everything is what it seems to be' and keeps a scientific intellect while doing so. Find out more about the hidden truth about customs, rituals, scientific theories, the architecture of ancient temples, and much more.

India Classified - A show about the secrets of India and the truth surrounding the myths. The show explores 'Not everything is what it seems to be' and keeps a scientific intellect while doing so. Find out more about the hidden truth about customs, rituals, scientific theories, the architecture of ancient temples, and much more.

India Classified

India Classified - - A show about the secrets of India and the truth surrounding the myths. The show explores 'Not everything is what it seems to be' and keeps a scientific intellect while doing so. Find out more about thue hidden truth about customs, rituals, scientific theories, the architecture of ancient temples, and mch more.

India Classified - - A show about the secrets of India and the truth surrounding the myths. The show explores 'Not everything is what it seems to be' and keeps a scientific intellect while doing so. Find out more about thue hidden truth about customs, rituals, scientific theories, the architecture of ancient temples, and mch more.

Varahmihir's predictions were based on detailed mathematical calculations. Though, today we have been able to preserve only a fragment of his vast research.

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