The Moon's Influence on Indian Astronomy and Its Development

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In Indian astronomy, the Moon is often referred to by which name?

  1. Soma

  2. Chandra

  3. Surya

  4. Brihaspati


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Chandra is the Sanskrit name for the Moon and is commonly used in Indian astronomy and astrology.

The Moon's position in the sky is crucial for determining what in Indian astrology?

  1. Muhurta

  2. Nakshatra

  3. Yoga

  4. Panchang


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Moon's position in the sky determines the Nakshatra, which is a lunar mansion used in Indian astrology to predict auspicious times and events.

Which ancient Indian text extensively discusses the Moon's influence on astronomy and astrology?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Atharvaveda

  3. Yajurveda

  4. Surya Siddhanta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Surya Siddhanta is an influential astronomical text that provides detailed information about the Moon's motion, eclipses, and its astrological significance.

In Indian astronomy, the Moon's nodes are known as:

  1. Rahu and Ketu

  2. Soma and Surya

  3. Chandra and Mangala

  4. Budha and Shukra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rahu and Ketu are the lunar nodes, which are the points where the Moon's orbit intersects the ecliptic.

The Moon's phases are associated with which Hindu deity?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Indra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Hindu mythology, the Moon's phases are associated with Lord Shiva, who is often depicted with a crescent moon on his forehead.

Which Indian astronomer developed a model to explain the Moon's motion?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varahamihira

  4. Lagadha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata, a renowned Indian astronomer, developed a model that explained the Moon's motion and its phases.

The lunar eclipse in Indian astronomy is known as:

  1. Chandra Grahan

  2. Surya Grahan

  3. Rahu Grahan

  4. Ketu Grahan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandra Grahan is the Sanskrit term for a lunar eclipse, which occurs when the Earth's shadow falls on the Moon.

The Moon's influence on tides is explained in which ancient Indian text?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Atharvaveda

  3. Yajurveda

  4. Brihat Samhita


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Brihat Samhita, written by Varahamihira, discusses the Moon's influence on tides and other natural phenomena.

Which Indian astronomer proposed that the Moon's orbit is elliptical?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varahamihira

  4. Lagadha


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhaskara II, a renowned Indian astronomer, proposed that the Moon's orbit is elliptical, challenging the prevailing circular orbit theory.

The Moon's position in the sky is used to determine the direction of:

  1. North

  2. South

  3. East

  4. West


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Indian astronomy, the Moon's position is used to determine the direction of North.

Which Indian astronomer developed a method to calculate the Moon's position?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varahamihira

  4. Lagadha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Varahamihira, a renowned Indian astronomer, developed a method to calculate the Moon's position based on its motion and the Earth's rotation.

The Moon's influence on agriculture is discussed in which ancient Indian text?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Atharvaveda

  3. Yajurveda

  4. Krishi-Parashara


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Krishi-Parashara is an ancient Indian text that discusses the influence of the Moon on agriculture and provides guidelines for farmers.

The Moon's role in determining the duration of a month is based on its:

  1. Synodic period

  2. Sidereal period

  3. Anomalistic period

  4. Draconic period


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Moon's synodic period, which is the time it takes to complete one cycle of phases, is used to determine the duration of a month.

Which Indian astronomer developed a theory to explain the Moon's libration?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varahamihira

  4. Lagadha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lagadha, an ancient Indian astronomer, developed a theory to explain the Moon's libration, which is the slight oscillation of the Moon's axis.

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