Abstract

The origin of meteorology in India can be traced to ancient times. Early philosophical literature of the 3000 BC era, such as the Upanishads, include a serious discussion about the processes of the cloud formation and rain and the seasonal cycles made by the movement of the earth around the sun. My paper examines how the environment, ecology, weather, and atmosphere played important role in the science behind meteorology in ancient India. This paper explains the mechanism of Classic work of Kautilya’s Arthashastra, Kalidasa in his Meghdoot and Varahmihira’s Brihat Samhita.

Presenters

Vanshika Kirar
Student, Doctorate Candidate, University of Delhi, Delhi, India

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Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

Ecological Realities

KEYWORDS

Meteorology, Literature, Environment, Ecology, Atmosphere, Sky, Wind,Light, Cloud, Epic Age

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