Brahamagupta

Brahmagupta was a prominent Indian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 7th century. He is best known for his work in mathematics, particularly for his treatises "Brahmasphutasiddhanta," where he introduced rules for arithmetic and algebra, including operations with zero and negative numbers. Brahmagupta's methods for solving quadratic equations were innovative for his time. Additionally, he contributed to astronomy by discussing planetary motions and eclipses. His influential ideas laid the groundwork for further advancements in mathematics and astronomy in India and beyond.