Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

The Indian to beat the computers in mathematical wizardry is

  1. Ramanujam

  2. Rina Panigrahi

  3. Raja Ramanna

  4. Shakunthala Devi
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Explanation

Shakuntala Devi (1929-2013) was known as the 'Human Computer' for her extraordinary mathematical calculation abilities. She could perform complex mental calculations instantly and famously beat computers in mathematical demonstrations, earning a place in Guinness World Records.

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