Golden Age of India
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Different periods have been termed as Golden periods in the Indian history, based on the achievements Indians made in the fields of mathematics, astronomy, science, architecture, religion and philosophy during those periods.
[edit] Ancient India
The period between the 3rd century and 6th century CE is known as the Golden Age of India because of the large achievements Indians made in the fields of mathematics, astronomy, science, religion and philosophy during the Gupta Empire. The decimal numeral system, including the concept of zero, was invented in India during this period. The peace and prosperity created under leadership of Guptas enabled the pursuit of scientific and artistic endeavors in India. The Golden Age in India came to an end when the Hunas invaded the Gupta Empire in the 6th century CE.
[edit] Medieval India
South India in the 10th and 11th century CE under the imperial Cholas has been termed as the Golden Age. The period saw extensive achievements in architecture, Tamil literature, sculpture and bronze working, maritime conquests with extensive trade, and quasi-democratic reforms.
