The Return of Vaman - A Scientific Novel by Jayant V. Narlikar

Author:Jayant V. Narlikar
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Publisher: Springer International Publishing, Cham

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The computer had far surpassed all the expectations of Arul and Laxman. When they were completely satisfied with the results they informed Delhi.

The Container Committee duly met in Delhi and studied the report. Most members felt that this extraordinary computer provided unique export opportunities and that the country could and should now go in for manufacture of the prototype. Most, that is, all except Arul and Laxman! They were not interested in the manufacturing aspect. To them the prototype was just the beginning. It was an invitation to study and evolve artificial intelligence, culminating in the von Neumann machine. But they could not express these views openly as the idea of the machine was known only to them and to Professor Kirtikar.

It was Kirtikar who recognized their difficulty and suggested a way out. He proposed that they be allowed to use the prototype for their research for one year while the government set in motion all the legislation and the infrastructure for manufacture. After a year Dr Laxmanan would supervise the production, for he alone knew all its intricate details.

As the chairman was about to conclude the meeting, Navin spoke up.

‘Sir! We have to do one important job still. This new baby deserves to have a name.’ Navin’s suggestion was seconded by others.

‘My own inclination is to give it a name of Indian origin, reflecting our tradition, our culture’, the chairman said.

Several names were suggested and discussed. Finally, it was Probir Ganguly whose suggestion hit the mark when he said: ‘This computer will teach us a lot; so why not call it “Guru”? A name that is simple, yet reflecting our respect for the teacher.’

‘Done’, said the chairman, noticing the favourable reaction all round. ‘May this Guru make us wiser.’

‘Amen’, said Kirtikar to Arul who nodded in agreement.

As the meeting concluded and Navin stepped out, there was a pat on his shoulder. It was Major Samant.

‘A friend of mine is anxious to meet you, Dr Navin. He won’t take no for an answer.’ He pointed to a waiting car.

Without a word Navin followed Major Samant.

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