IKS Use Case #1
Thousands of years ago, Rushi Panini created Sanskrut grammar. It describes highly structured rules for language. Modern computer programming languages also follow quite similar rules written in BNF (Backus Naur Form). Ask your students to create BNF for Panini grammar while teaching compiler design.
IKS Use Case #2
The Kaprekar number 6174 is based on a fascinating algorithm. Take any 4-digit number, rearrange its digits in ascending and descending order to get two numbers, subtract the smaller from the bigger, and repeat this process. Eventually, you’ll reach 6174. Ask students to write recursive code to compute Kaprekar Number.
IKS Use Case #3
While teaching encryption and decryption, refer to Kautilya’s Arthashastra, which contains ancient techniques for encoding secret messages. Encourage your students to write code based on these techniques. Bonus tip: Even Kaprekar numbers can be discussed in the context of encryption!
IKS Use Case #4
While teaching computer graphics, give students a task to code Mandala art. Mandalas are complex, symmetrical patterns built using repetitive shapes—a perfect example of recursion. Let your students write code to generate such patterns. This makes coding artistic, fun, and meaningful!
IKS Use Case #5
To explain algorithm complexity, introduce students to multiplication techniques from Vedic Mathematics. Ask them to write code that performs Vedic-style multiplication, and then compare the time complexity with traditional methods. It’s a great way to explore efficient algorithms and dive into Indian mathematical genius.
IKS Use Case #6
The ancient Indian study of Chhand Shastra (poetic meter) used combinations of Laghu (short) and Guru (long) syllables—very similar to binary numbers (0 and 1). Give students an activity to write code that generates all combinations of Laghu and Guru, just like binary combinations. It’s an exciting way to teach binary logic through ancient poetic traditions.
