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The Concept of the Supernovas in Indian Astronomy

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What is the Sanskrit term for a supernova?

  1. Atithi

  2. Atithi-graha

  3. Atithi-deva

  4. Atithi-putra

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sanskrit term (Atithi) is used to refer to a supernova.

According to Indian mythology, what is the origin of supernovas?

  1. The death of a star

  2. The birth of a star

  3. The collision of two stars

  4. The explosion of a planet

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Indian mythology, supernovas are believed to be the result of the death of a star.

Which ancient Indian text mentions the concept of supernovas?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Yajurveda

  3. Samaveda

  4. Atharvaveda

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rigveda, the oldest of the four Vedas, contains references to supernovas.

What is the significance of supernovas in Indian astronomy?

  1. They are considered to be a sign of good luck

  2. They are considered to be a sign of bad luck

  3. They are considered to be a sign of change

  4. They are considered to be a sign of death

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Indian astronomy, supernovas are seen as a symbol of change and transformation.

Which ancient Indian astronomer is credited with the first observation of a supernova?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. Lagadha

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Varāhamihira, a 6th-century Indian astronomer, is believed to have made the first observation of a supernova.

What is the name of the supernova that was observed by Varāhamihira?

  1. SN 1006

  2. SN 1054

  3. SN 1181

  4. SN 1572

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Varāhamihira observed the supernova SN 1006 in the year 1006 CE.

How did Varāhamihira describe the supernova SN 1006?

  1. As a bright star that appeared suddenly

  2. As a faint star that gradually faded away

  3. As a red star that changed color over time

  4. As a blue star that exploded violently

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Varāhamihira described SN 1006 as a bright star that appeared suddenly in the sky.

What is the significance of Varāhamihira's observation of SN 1006?

  1. It was the first recorded observation of a supernova

  2. It helped to confirm the existence of supernovas

  3. It provided evidence for the theory of stellar evolution

  4. It led to the development of new astronomical instruments

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Varāhamihira's observation of SN 1006 was the first recorded observation of a supernova in history.

Which ancient Indian text contains a detailed description of the supernova SN 1006?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Yajurveda

  3. Samaveda

  4. Atharvaveda

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Brihat Samhita, written by Varāhamihira, contains a detailed description of the supernova SN 1006.

What is the name of the supernova that was observed by Tycho Brahe in 1572?

  1. SN 1006

  2. SN 1054

  3. SN 1181

  4. SN 1572

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tycho Brahe observed the supernova SN 1572 in the year 1572 CE.

How did Tycho Brahe describe the supernova SN 1572?

  1. As a bright star that appeared suddenly

  2. As a faint star that gradually faded away

  3. As a red star that changed color over time

  4. As a blue star that exploded violently

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tycho Brahe described SN 1572 as a bright star that appeared suddenly in the sky.

What is the significance of Tycho Brahe's observation of SN 1572?

  1. It was the first recorded observation of a supernova in Europe

  2. It helped to confirm the existence of supernovas

  3. It provided evidence for the theory of stellar evolution

  4. It led to the development of new astronomical instruments

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tycho Brahe's observation of SN 1572 was the first recorded observation of a supernova in Europe.

Which ancient Indian text contains a detailed description of the supernova SN 1572?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Yajurveda

  3. Samaveda

  4. Atharvaveda

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

There is no ancient Indian text that contains a detailed description of the supernova SN 1572.

What is the name of the supernova that was observed by Johannes Kepler in 1604?

  1. SN 1006

  2. SN 1054

  3. SN 1181

  4. SN 1604

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Johannes Kepler observed the supernova SN 1604 in the year 1604 CE.

How did Johannes Kepler describe the supernova SN 1604?

  1. As a bright star that appeared suddenly

  2. As a faint star that gradually faded away

  3. As a red star that changed color over time

  4. As a blue star that exploded violently

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Johannes Kepler described SN 1604 as a bright star that appeared suddenly in the sky.

What is the significance of Johannes Kepler's observation of SN 1604?

  1. It was the first recorded observation of a supernova in the New World

  2. It helped to confirm the existence of supernovas

  3. It provided evidence for the theory of stellar evolution

  4. It led to the development of new astronomical instruments

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Johannes Kepler's observation of SN 1604 was the first recorded observation of a supernova in the New World.

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