India’s scientific knowledge predates Persia, brought West out of Stone Age: Jammu and Kashmir Lt. Governor
Jammu and Kashmir's Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized India's historical contributions to science, medicine, and astronomy, claiming they predate those of Persia and Western nations. He criticized the colonial mindset for distorting India's historical narrative and called for a restoration of its true history. Sinha highlighted India's role in the global economy and culture, asserting that the country has been a center of knowledge for over 6000 years.
- ▪Manoj Sinha stated that India's scientific knowledge predates that of Persia and Western countries.
- ▪He criticized Western authors for claiming that knowledge flowed into India from Persia during the Mughal period.
- ▪Sinha called for the restoration of India's true history to counter colonial narratives.
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Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday (May 30, 2026) said India’s knowledge in science, medicine, and astronomy predated Persia and Western countries, besides underlining the country’s role in Persia’s knowledge and European enlightenment. Speaking at the third edition of the Kashmir Literature Festival in Srinagar, Mr. Sinha said, “India has a history of more than 6000 years as the centre of science, math, astronomy, and philosophy. Since the Vedic period, India has been the centre of the world’s economy, education, culture, and philosophy. For centuries, India was the engine of global civilisation and culture.
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