Born
November 4, 1929
Bengaluru, India
Died
April 21, 2013
Bengaluru, India
Known for
Indian writer and mental calculator
Shakuntala Devi (1929–2013) was India best known for Indian writer and mental calculator.
Shakuntala Devi (November 4, 1929 – April 21, 2013) was an Indian mental calculator, astrologer, and writer. Widely known as the 'Human Computer,' she held a Guinness World Record for her astonishing mathematical feats. Devi also authored the pioneering 1977 book The World of Homosexuals, advocating for full acceptance.
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When did Shakuntala Devi die?
Shakuntala Devi died on April 21, 2013 in Bengaluru, India, at the age of 83.
Where was Shakuntala Devi born?
Shakuntala Devi was born in Bengaluru, India on November 4, 1929.
What is Shakuntala Devi best known for?
Shakuntala Devi is best known for Indian writer and mental calculator.
How old was Shakuntala Devi when they died?
Shakuntala Devi was 83 years old at the time of death.
What nationality was Shakuntala Devi?
Shakuntala Devi was from India.
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