Mathematics Has Come to the World Through Islam – Shama

Shama Mohamed, Congress’ ever-dependable factory of wisdom, has done it again! This time, she has graced us with the earth-shattering revelation that mathematics itself came to the world through Islam. That’s right—forget about the ancient Egyptians, the Babylonians, the Greeks, and, of course, the Indians, who were casually developing advanced mathematical concepts thousands of years before Islam even came into existence.

“Mathematics has come to the world through Islam” – Shama mohd.

Did she complete her MBBS from Madrasa?

Brain is still stuck at Madrasa though. pic.twitter.com/dveSwVmCB1

— Tathvam-asi (@ssaratht) March 6, 2025

Now, one can’t help but wonder—did she complete her MBBS from a madrasa? Oh wait, scratch that, she didn’t even pursue an MBBS. She has a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Yenepoya University. But with the kind of historical accuracy she brings to the table, one could be forgiven for mistaking her for a proud graduate of Madrasa University’s School of Alternative History & Fictional Facts!

Rewriting History, One Statement at a Time

Let’s take a moment to appreciate just how absurd her claim is. Mathematics, as a discipline, is as old as civilization itself. Some of the oldest mathematical records date back to ancient Mesopotamia (now Iraq), where the Sumerians developed advanced arithmetic as early as 3000 BCE. Then came the Egyptians, the Greeks, the Chinese, and, most notably, the Indians, who gave the world the concept of zero, the decimal system, and foundational trigonometry.

Yet, according to Shama Mohamed’s alternate reality, none of that matters. Why? Because medieval Islamic scholars, who built upon existing mathematical knowledge (largely from Indian and Greek sources), are now apparently the sole inventors of mathematics itself.

A Little Thing Called Reality

To set the record straight, yes, Islamic scholars like Al-Khwarizmi and Omar Khayyam made significant contributions to the field of mathematics. Al-Khwarizmi’s work on algebra (derived from the Arabic word al-jabr) was indeed crucial in shaping modern mathematical thought. But here’s the thing: he didn’t invent mathematics. He was building upon centuries of prior research by Indian and Greek mathematicians.

For example:

• Brahmagupta (7th century, India) had already laid the foundation of algebra and explained rules for dealing with zero and negative numbers.
• Aryabhata (5th century, India) had established trigonometric concepts long before they reached the Islamic world.
• Euclid (3rd century BCE, Greece) had developed foundational geometry in his famous work Elements.

So, what exactly was Shama Mohamed thinking when she made this grand pronouncement? Was it an attempt at historical revisionism? A desperate bid for attention? Or just another case of the Congress spokespersons competing in the “Who Can Sound the Most Clueless?” contest?

Madrasa-Made Mathematics?

The absurdity of her claim makes one wonder—what exactly does she think happens in madrasas? Does she believe they are elite mathematical research centers churning out theorems instead of theological doctrines?

If she really thinks mathematics “came to the world” through Islam, then perhaps she also believes:

• Airplanes were invented by flying carpets.
• The printing press was created by scribes copying manuscripts.
• Gravity was first discovered when someone tripped over a prayer mat.

At this rate, why stop at mathematics? Let’s just declare that Islam also invented electricity, the internet, and quantum mechanics while we’re at it! After all, logic has already been thrown out of the window.

The Real Question: Why Do People Say Such Things?

What’s truly fascinating about Shama Mohamed’s statement is not just its inaccuracy but the confidence with which it was made. This is a pattern often seen among certain ideological groups who believe that controlling narratives is more important than historical accuracy. Whether it’s rewriting history textbooks or making bizarre claims on television, the goal is clear—push an agenda, no matter how absurd it sounds.

The irony? The same people who claim to uphold secularism are the first ones to erase the contributions of Indian civilization while propping up imaginary achievements elsewhere. This is how misinformation spreads—one Shama Mohamed at a time.

Final Thoughts: A Homework Assignment for Shama

Perhaps it’s time for Shama Mohamed to sit down with a basic history book (preferably not written by Leftist historians) and educate herself before making such ridiculous claims. While she’s at it, she might also want to reflect on the difference between building upon mathematical knowledge and inventing it altogether.

But then again, expecting logic and rationality from someone whose brain is still stuck in a madrasa-centric worldview might just be too much to ask.