Shakuntala Devi

Solving wits and puzzles, in a way, helps to develop wit and ingenuity.

Why do children dread mathematics? Because of the wrong approach. Because it is looked at as a subject.

What is mathematics? It is only a systematic effort of solving puzzles posed by nature.

I haven't had any formal education. Through the grace of god, I am gifted in mathematics and the English language.

You develop a sympathy for all human beings when you travel a lot.

I relax completely when I'm at rest. I don't think of numbers; I don't think of work.