Since ancient India is said to have excelled in various fields of science such as mathematics, astronomy, physics, etc, so our inventions have been contributing to the world since ancient times. In fact, the origins of many of the modern products can be traced back to Indus Valley Civilization. Here we list down eight things that you might not know were invented in India.
Shampoo
Yes, your good old hair care product was invented in India and was used as the head massage oil during the British era. In fact, the word shampoo has its root in the Hindi word chāmpo which means massage.
Buttons
The origins of buttons can be traced back to the ancient Indian Valley Civilization. Back then, they were used for ornamental purpose.
Chess
Chess, the strategy board game was an Indian invention. It was invented during the Gupta dynasty in the 6th century.
Cotton Spinning
The credit of cotton clothing the world, goes to India. Evidences of cotton spinning by the Indus Valley Civilization were found by the historians.
Diamond Mining
Diamonds are said to have been first mined in India. Central India was said to be richest in the deposits of this coveted gemstone.
Flush Toilets
Yes, the origins of the modern-day flush toilet can be traced back to the ancient Indian Valley Civilization.
Ruler
Rulers made of ivory were found by the historians during the study of the Indus Valley Civilization. This proves that rulers were used by the people of ancient India.
Zero
This one you probably knew. Aryabhatta of ancient India is to be credited with the inventing zero. Although there was no exclusive symbol dedicated to this number, the presence of zero was very visible in his work.
