<p>Bengaluru: A comprehensive study of ancient history is vital in understanding early Indian knowledge systems.</p><p>From the Vedic period to contemporary times, India has made unique contributions to various fields, B Mahadevan, Professor of Operations Management, Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bengaluru, said here on Sunday. </p><p>He was speaking at the Dr M H Krishna Memorial Endowment Lecture, titled Indian Knowledge System: Treasure in the Wooden Box, organised by The Mythic Society. </p>.Was Vedic Manu the original Leftist?.<p>"Our contributions to various fields, including science, technology, astronomy, irrigation systems, mathematics and metallurgy, are reflected in the historical remains,” he said. </p><p>Referring to King Bhoja’s 11th Century treatise Samarangana Sutradhara, he underlined India’s contribution to vastu shastra. Prof Mahadevan also called ancient dams a testimony to India’s expertise in water management.</p><p>However, the rise of consumerism has also led to an increased misuse of ancient knowledge, he said. </p><p>Dr V Anuradha, vice-president, The Mythic Society, said there was a need for an extensive study of Indian knowledge systems and their integration into university curricula. </p>
<p>Bengaluru: A comprehensive study of ancient history is vital in understanding early Indian knowledge systems.</p><p>From the Vedic period to contemporary times, India has made unique contributions to various fields, B Mahadevan, Professor of Operations Management, Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bengaluru, said here on Sunday. </p><p>He was speaking at the Dr M H Krishna Memorial Endowment Lecture, titled Indian Knowledge System: Treasure in the Wooden Box, organised by The Mythic Society. </p>.Was Vedic Manu the original Leftist?.<p>"Our contributions to various fields, including science, technology, astronomy, irrigation systems, mathematics and metallurgy, are reflected in the historical remains,” he said. </p><p>Referring to King Bhoja’s 11th Century treatise Samarangana Sutradhara, he underlined India’s contribution to vastu shastra. Prof Mahadevan also called ancient dams a testimony to India’s expertise in water management.</p><p>However, the rise of consumerism has also led to an increased misuse of ancient knowledge, he said. </p><p>Dr V Anuradha, vice-president, The Mythic Society, said there was a need for an extensive study of Indian knowledge systems and their integration into university curricula. </p>