At the UN, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar inaugurated an exhibition revealing how India’s 3rd-century binary system laid the groundwork for AI, computers, and the digital age. This isn’t a history lesson. It’s a reclamation. For centuries, Western narratives minimized India’s role in math and science. Now, through interactive panels and global showcases, India is reminding the world: algorithms, algebra, and even modern computing rest on Indian foundations. The message? Innovation isn’t monopolized. Creativity doesn’t belong to one geography. And history; real history; must be democratized. If you’re preparing for UPSC or any gov job exam, remember: your syllabus might not highlight this; but the world is starting to. India didn’t just contribute to math. It coded the future.