It’s the day of numbers and calculations! Each year, December 22 is celebrated as the National Mathematics Day nationwide. The day honours the birth anniversary of Srinivasa Ramanujan, also known as one of India’s greatest mathematicians. Born in 1887 in Tamil Nadu, Srinivasa Ramanujan is known for his work on the theory of numbers, including pioneering discoveries of the properties of the partition function.
In 2012, the Government of India declared December 22 as the ‘National Mathematics Day’.
This day aims to acknowledge and emphasise the importance of mathematics in the future and development of humanity.
How to celebrate National Mathematics Day in school?
Introducing fun iterations of mathematics-based puzzles, sudokus, etc. can engage the class
A mathematics-based treasure hunt game can encourage students to incorporate problem-solving methods.
Mathematics-based concepts such as probability can be better understood with the help of dice or mini-card games.
Mathematics-based art exhibits with work inspired by geometry and symmetry can motivate young designers to make their own art creations come alive.
Movie Screenings with movies such as The Man Who Knew Infinity and Hidden Figures can encourage the class.
Math and Science Fair presents an interactive experience that combines mathematics with scientific concepts to give students a glimpse of real-world examples and ideas.
How would you celebrate National Mathematics Day?