World’s Oldest Tree in Bihar: The banyan bridges radiocarbon science and Bharat’s civilisational heritage

Birbal Sahni Institute scientists used radiocarbon dating to confirm the age of a banyan tree in Bihar.

The tree is identified as the world's oldest banyan tree, linking radiocarbon science to Bharat's civilisational heritage.

The findings affirm the long-revered Vata Vriksha in Bharat's traditions.