KRANTHI INSTITUTE OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION

               Vedic Mathematics is the name given to the ancient system of Indian Mathematics which was discovered from the Vedas between 1911 and 1918 by Sri Bharati Krsna Tirthaji (1884-1960). His research on Vedas said that the mathematics is based on sixteen Sutras, or word-formulae. These formulas describe the way the mind naturally works and are therefore a great help in directing the student to the appropriate method of solution.

               Perhaps the most striking feature of the Vedic system is its coherence. Instead of a hotch-potch of unrelated techniques the whole system is beautifully interrelated and unified: the general multiplication method, for example, is easily reversed to allow one-line divisions and the simple squaring method can be reversed to give one-line square roots. And these are all easily understood. This unifying quality is very satisfying, it makes mathematics easy and enjoyable and encourages innovation.

               By usind the Vedic system 'difficult' problems or huge sums can often be solved immediately in simple method. These striking and beautiful methods are just a part of a complete system of mathematics which is far more systematic than the modern 'system'. Vedic Mathematics manifests the coherent and unified structure of mathematics and the methods are complementary, direct and easy.

               The simplicity of Vedic Mathematics means that calculations can be carried out mentally. There are many advantages in using a flexible, mental system. Children can invent their own methods, they are not limited to the one 'correct' method. This leads to more creative, interested and intelligent children.

               But the real beauty and effectiveness of Vedic Mathematics cannot be fully appreciated without actually practising the system. One can then see that it is perhaps the most refined and efficient mathematical system possible.