Ancient Indian Astronomers and Their Contributions

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Who among the following is considered the father of Indian astronomy?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata, who lived in the 5th century CE, is widely regarded as the father of Indian astronomy due to his significant contributions to the field.

Which ancient Indian astronomer proposed the heliocentric model of the solar system?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was the first astronomer to propose the heliocentric model of the solar system, where the Earth and other planets revolve around the Sun.

What is the name of the astronomical treatise written by Aryabhata?

  1. Aryabhatiya

  2. Brahmasphuta Siddhanta

  3. Surya Siddhanta

  4. Panchasiddhantika


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata's astronomical treatise is titled 'Aryabhatiya', which contains his theories and calculations on various astronomical phenomena.

Which ancient Indian astronomer calculated the value of pi (π) to four decimal places?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata calculated the value of pi (π) to four decimal places, which is an impressive achievement considering the limited computational tools available at that time.

Who among the following astronomers developed the concept of 'Khagola' or spherical astronomy?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta developed the concept of 'Khagola' or spherical astronomy, which involves the study of celestial bodies on a sphere.

Which ancient Indian astronomer wrote the astronomical treatise 'Surya Siddhanta'?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Varahamihira wrote the astronomical treatise 'Surya Siddhanta', which contains detailed observations and calculations related to the Sun, Moon, and other celestial bodies.

Who among the following astronomers proposed the idea of the Earth's rotation on its axis?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata proposed the idea of the Earth's rotation on its axis, which was a revolutionary concept at the time.

Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the 'Panchasiddhantika', a treatise comparing five astronomical systems?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Varahamihira developed the 'Panchasiddhantika', a treatise that compares five different astronomical systems and presents their respective theories and calculations.

Who among the following astronomers calculated the length of the solar year with remarkable accuracy?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata calculated the length of the solar year with remarkable accuracy, considering the limited observational tools available at that time.

Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the 'Lilavati', a treatise on arithmetic and geometry?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhaskaracharya developed the 'Lilavati', a treatise that covers various topics in arithmetic and geometry, including algebra, fractions, and mensuration.

Who among the following astronomers proposed the idea of the Earth's elliptical orbit around the Sun?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta proposed the idea of the Earth's elliptical orbit around the Sun, which was a significant advancement in astronomical understanding.

Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the 'Siddhanta Shiromani', a comprehensive treatise on astronomy?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhaskaracharya developed the 'Siddhanta Shiromani', a comprehensive treatise that covers various aspects of astronomy, including spherical astronomy, planetary motion, and eclipses.

Who among the following astronomers calculated the circumference of the Earth with remarkable accuracy?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata calculated the circumference of the Earth with remarkable accuracy, considering the limited measurement techniques available at that time.

Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the 'Karanakutuhala', a treatise on astronomical calculations?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta developed the 'Karanakutuhala', a treatise that provides detailed methods for astronomical calculations, including planetary positions, eclipses, and conjunctions.

Who among the following astronomers proposed the idea of the precession of the equinoxes?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskaracharya

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta proposed the idea of the precession of the equinoxes, which is the gradual shift in the position of the equinoxes over time.

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