Apart from the number system, ancient Indians are held in high esteem for their contributions to the field. What is it?
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Apart from the number system ancient Indians are held in high esteem for their contributions to the field of Science and Medicine.
Ayurveda - Charaka is known as the Father of Indian Medicine. He wrote Charakasamhita on the ancient science of Ayurveda even before the birth of Hippocrates. Charaka was the first physician to give the concept of digestion, metabolism and immunity. His manual on preventive medicine was translated into many foreign languages including Latin and Arabic.
Cataract Surgery - The first cataract surgery was performed by Sushruta in the 6th century BC.
Plastic Surgery - Sushruta Samhita is one of the most comprehensive textbooks on ancient surgery. It tells about the complex techniques of plastic surgery.
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