History of Chemistry in Ancient and Medieval India, Incorporating the History of Hindu Chemistry by Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray c37.s1.1
History of Chemistry in Ancient and Medieval India, Incorporating the History of Hindu Chemistry by Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray c37.s1.1
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c37.s1.1
That the knowledge of the art of manufacturing gunpowder was known to Indians in the 16th century A.D., seems to be supported by the several recipes given in the Sukraniti or the 'Elements of Polity' of Sukracharya. The translation of relevant verses is given below: