Multiple choice general knowledge history

Which of the following mathematical systems was not developed in India?

  1. Decimal System

  2. Place Value System

  3. None of them

  4. Both of them
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Both the Decimal System (base-10) and Place Value System were developed in ancient India, notably by mathematicians like Aryabhata and Brahmagupta. The concept of zero as a placeholder was also an Indian contribution. Option C 'None of them' means 'none were NOT developed in India' - i.e., all were developed in India.

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