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National Mathematics Day 2024 marks the 137th birth anniversary of the mathematical genius Srinivasa Ramanujan. Learn more about National Mathematics Day 2024 here.
National Mathematics Day is observed every year on December 22 to honor the mathematical genius Srinivasa Ramanujan, whose contributions have significantly influenced mathematics worldwide. This day marks Ramanujan’s birth anniversary, and he made extraordinary achievements in the field during the early 20th century. National Mathematics Day 2024 celebrates his legacy, inspires mathematical exploration, and emphasizes the importance of mathematics in everyday life.
National Mathematics Day will be celebrated on December 22, 2024 (Sunday). On the occasion of Ramanujan’s 125th birth anniversary, National Mathematics Day was declared by the Government of India in 2012. The day is celebrated to acknowledge the vital role of mathematics in human advancement and to honor Ramanujan’s remarkable work. His contributions include number theory, infinite series, and continued fractions. It aims to encourage interest in mathematics, particularly among students and researchers.
| National Mathematics Day 2024 Overview | |
| Details | Information |
| Date | December 22, 2024 |
| Occasion | Birth Anniversary of Srinivasa Ramanujan |
| Theme | Mathematics: Bridge to innovation |
| Purpose | Celebrating mathematics and honoring Ramanujan |
| First Observed | 2012 |
| Significance | Promoting mathematics in education |
| Key Contributions | Number Theory, Infinite Series, Partition Theory |
The theme for National Mathematics Day 2024 is Mathematics: Bridge to innovation, and it highlights its crucial role in advancements.
Born on December 22, 1887, in Erode, Tamil Nadu, Srinivasa Ramanujan was a self-taught mathematician who displayed exceptional talent from a young age. Despite limited formal training, he contributed significantly to various areas of mathematics.
Biography of Srinivasa Ramanujan |
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| Full Name | Srinivasa Ramanujan |
| Date of Birth | December 22, 1887 |
| Place of Birth | Erode, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Education | Attended Town Higher Secondary School, Trinity College, Cambridge |
| Notable Contributions | Infinite Series for pi, Game Theory, Ramanujan Number (1729), Continued fractions, Elliptic functions, etc. |
| Career Highlights |
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| Honors | Fellowship of the Royal Society (FRS) |
| Biography Name | “The Man Who Knew Infinity” by Robert Kanigel |
| Death | April 26, 1920 |
| Awards and Honors |
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| Legacy | Left three notebooks along with a “lost notebook” filled with many significant findings; motivated mathematicians around the globe. |
His extraordinary achievements earned him a fellowship at the Royal Society of London, and his story inspired the book and movie titled The Man Who Knew Infinity. Here are some contributions of Srinivasa Ramanujan:
National Mathematics Day not only honors Ramanujan but also highlights the importance of mathematics in education, science, and technology. Schools, colleges, and universities across India organize events such as math quizzes, workshops, and exhibitions to promote a love for the subject.
While the concept of infinity existed in ancient mathematics, Ramanujan’s work expanded its understanding through his research on infinite series and their convergence properties. His work demonstrated the practical applications of infinity in mathematical theorems and formulas.
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