SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY
BAYOMBONG, NUEVA VIZCAYA 3700
CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
“Intellectual and Societal Revolution: To promote internal research
Asian Revolution “ collaboration, mobility, and
(How Asia’s advancements transformed communication.
societies and knowledge)
- exchange of ideas helped improve
agriculture, medicine, astronomy,
Introduction and engineering, leading to
stronger and more advanced
What is Asian revolution? civilizations
This refers to significant transformations .Aim of generating wealth and strength
across various aspects of society, culture,
politics, and intellectual life in Asia, often - driven by the belief that
resulting in substantial changes that productions would be a source of
reshaped the region's history. It can wealth.
encompass different periods, from
To promote higher education
ancient times to the modern era,
depending on the context. - by the innovations like paper, the
decimal system, herbal medicine,
The "Asian revolution in science and
and advanced architecture
technology" refers to the recent surge in
innovation and technological Provide human needs, products and
development across Asian countries, services that can be socially beneficial.
particularly in areas like electronics,
information technology, and artificial - Create better tools, medicines, and
intelligence, with leading nations like infrastructure to improve daily life.
China, Japan, South Korea, and India.
CHINA
1. Confucius
Causes of Asian Revolution 2. Inventions
3. Arts and Architecture
A desire to catch up to Western 4. Oriental medicines
countries technologically
Confucius’ philosophy
- Asia began to fall behind the West
in the 15th century, and the gap - Emphasis on morality and social
widened further with Europe’s harmony
industrial revolution. - Confucianism, the importance of
having a good moral character,
which can affect the world around
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SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY
BAYOMBONG, NUEVA VIZCAYA 3700
CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
a person through the idea of ● Focuses on balancing energy for
cosmic harmony. healing.
- Influence on Chinese governance ● Widely practiced globally as an
and education alternative healthcare approach.
Earliest Invention JAPAN
The Kongming lantern - sky lanterns Renowned for its advanced electronics,
used to send messages and coordinate robotics, and automotive industry.
troops during battle. Military strategist
Zhuge Liang used a message written on a Technological Developments Like
sky lantern to summon help on an
● CD Player
occasion when he was surrounded by
● Portable Calculator
enemy troops.
● Electric Rice Cooker
Four Great Inventions
Paper - Revolutionized communication
KOREA
and record-keeping
1. Samsung and technology
Gunpowder - Changed global warfare
2. Culture
Printing - Enabled mass dissemination of
Technological revolution
knowledge
● SAMSUNG - Founded in 1938,
Compass - Pioneered navigation and
Contributions to electronics and
exploration
global technology.
Modern Cultural Influence
Arts and Architecture
● Modern Korean influence through
● Chinese Porcelain and Calligraphy K-pop, cinema, and drama.
● The Great wall
INDIA
Oriental medicines
Philosophical and scientific contribution
Traditional Chinese medicine
1. Buddhism
● Acupuncture, Herbal medicines, 2. Hinduism
and qi-based therapies. 3. Decimal system
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Philosophical contributions for modern mathematics.
- Spiritual systems like Hinduism,
Buddhism, and Yoga focus on
balance and spiritual growth.
Buddhism
● Meditation: helps cultivate
mindfulness, concentration, and
insight.
● Mindfulness: Being fully aware of
the present moment and acting
with attention and compassion.
● Monasticism: Many Buddhists
choose to become monks or nuns,
devoting their lives to spiritual
practice and renunciation of
worldly possessions.
● Compassion: Buddhism
emphasizes kindness, empathy,
and helping all beings achieve
freedom from suffering.
Hinduism
● Yoga: A spiritual practice aimed at
achieving mental and physical
balance and ultimately spiritual
liberation.
● Puja: Worship of deities through
rituals, prayers, and offerings in
temples or at home.
● Festivals: Celebrations like Diwali,
Holi, and Navaratri play an
important role in Hindu life.
Scientific contribution
● Decimal System - India
introduced the concept of zero and
decimal system, which was crucial
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