Vedic Maths Subtraction Tricks

Subtraction can be performed using 4 or 5 different methods in Vedic mathematics, and the best, as well as easiest way to subtract the numbers, is the Sutra Ekadhiken Purvena and Param Mitra Unka (the best friend). Here, two digits are called each other’s best friends if their sum is equal to 10. For example, 3 is the best friend of 7 since 3 + 7 = 10.

Go through the example given below to understand the subtraction of numbers by Sutra Ekadhiken Purvena.

Question:

Subtract 389 from 746.

Solution:

Steps for subtraction in Sutra Ekadhiken Purvena:

Step 1:

Write the given numbers in rows and columns by giving some space between the digits.

Step 2:

Consider column I (from the right end), 9 is greater than 6 so we cannot subtract it from 6. 1 is the best friend of 9 and add 1 to 6, i.e. 1 + 6 = 7. So write 7 in the answer place and mark Ekadhika dot(.) on 8, which is in the same row of column II such that it becomes 9 (as 8 + 1 = 9). Here, dot(.) on the number represents one more than the previous number.

Step 3:

Similarly, we need to subtract the remaining numbers. Thus, the answer will be:

Therefore, 746 − 389 = 357. Check: 389 + 357 = 746.

Practise it: answer subtraction questions quickly to defeat the monster in Math Monster Battle.