Research Schools on Number Theory in India

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Focusing on the evolution of number theory research in India, this book highlights key regions such as South India, Punjab, Mumbai, Bengal, and Bihar, alongside the establishment of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research. It traces the influence of Srinivasa Ramanujan and the subsequent contributions of Indian mathematicians, emphasizing their global impact. The text includes a comprehensive bibliography of 20th-century Indian theorists and discusses the practical applications of number theory, all while minimizing technical jargon for accessibility.