Indian Astronomy's Contribution to Chinese Astronomy

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Which Indian astronomical text was translated into Chinese in the 7th century?

  1. Surya Siddhanta

  2. Aryabhatiya

  3. Pancasiddhantika

  4. Brihat Samhita


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Surya Siddhanta, an influential Indian astronomical text, was translated into Chinese in the 7th century and had a significant impact on Chinese astronomy.

What was the name of the Chinese astronomer who studied in India and brought Indian astronomical knowledge to China?

  1. Yi Xing

  2. Zhang Heng

  3. Guo Shoujing

  4. Shen Kuo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yi Xing was a Chinese astronomer who traveled to India in the 7th century to study astronomy. He brought back Indian astronomical knowledge and techniques, which had a profound influence on Chinese astronomy.

Which Indian astronomical concept was adopted by Chinese astronomers and became known as the 'Nine Palaces'?

  1. Nakshatras

  2. Rasis

  3. Grahas

  4. Panchang


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian concept of Nakshatras, which are 27 lunar mansions, was adopted by Chinese astronomers and became known as the 'Nine Palaces'. This concept was used in Chinese astrology and astronomy for various purposes.

What was the name of the Chinese astronomical instrument that was inspired by the Indian浑仪(渾天儀)?

  1. Armillary Sphere

  2. Astrolabe

  3. Quadrant

  4. Sundial


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chinese armillary sphere, known as the渾儀(渾天儀), was inspired by the Indian渾儀(渾天儀). It was a complex instrument used for observing and measuring celestial objects and was widely used in Chinese astronomy.

Which Indian astronomical technique was introduced to China and used for calculating planetary positions?

  1. Aryabhata's Method

  2. Brahmagupta's Method

  3. Lalla's Method

  4. Bhaskara's Method


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata's Method, an Indian astronomical technique for calculating planetary positions, was introduced to China and used by Chinese astronomers. This method was particularly influential in the development of Chinese mathematical astronomy.

What was the name of the Chinese astronomical calendar that incorporated Indian astronomical elements?

  1. Da Yan Calendar

  2. Xia Yan Calendar

  3. Chongzhen Calendar

  4. Shoushi Calendar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Da Yan Calendar, a Chinese astronomical calendar, incorporated Indian astronomical elements such as the Nakshatras and the zodiac. It was used in China for several centuries and had a significant impact on Chinese timekeeping and astrology.

Which Indian astronomical concept was adopted by Chinese astronomers and used in their astrological predictions?

  1. Dasha System

  2. Vimshottari Dasha System

  3. Ashtakavarga System

  4. Jaimini System


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Vimshottari Dasha System, an Indian astrological concept for predicting life events based on planetary periods, was adopted by Chinese astronomers and used in their astrological predictions.

What was the name of the Chinese astronomer who wrote a book on Indian astronomy and introduced Indian astronomical methods to China?

  1. Li Chunfeng

  2. Zhang Yixing

  3. Guo Shoujing

  4. Shen Kuo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Li Chunfeng was a Chinese astronomer who wrote a book on Indian astronomy called the 'Kaiyuan Zhanjing'. This book introduced Indian astronomical methods and concepts to China and had a significant impact on the development of Chinese astronomy.

Which Indian astronomical instrument was adopted by Chinese astronomers and used for measuring the altitude of celestial objects?

  1. Astrolabe

  2. Quadrant

  3. Gnomon

  4. Sundial


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The quadrant, an Indian astronomical instrument used for measuring the altitude of celestial objects, was adopted by Chinese astronomers and used in their observatories for various astronomical measurements.

What was the name of the Chinese astronomical observatory that was built based on Indian astronomical principles?

  1. Beijing Ancient Observatory

  2. Nanjing Ancient Observatory

  3. Suzhou Ancient Observatory

  4. Kaifeng Ancient Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Beijing Ancient Observatory, also known as the Ancient Observatory of Beijing, was built based on Indian astronomical principles and was used for astronomical observations and research for centuries.

Which Indian astronomical concept was adopted by Chinese astronomers and used in their cosmological theories?

  1. Panchamahabhutas

  2. Tattvas

  3. Gunas

  4. Karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Panchamahabhutas, the five basic elements of Indian cosmology, were adopted by Chinese astronomers and incorporated into their cosmological theories and beliefs.

What was the name of the Chinese astronomical table that was compiled using Indian astronomical data and methods?

  1. Kaiyuan Zhanjing

  2. Xin Yixiang Fa Yao

  3. Chongzhen Lishu

  4. Shoushi Lishu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kaiyuan Zhanjing, a Chinese astronomical table, was compiled using Indian astronomical data and methods. It was a comprehensive astronomical work that included planetary positions, eclipse predictions, and other astronomical information.

Which Indian astronomical concept was adopted by Chinese astronomers and used in their astrological practices?

  1. Rahu and Ketu

  2. Navagrahas

  3. Ascendant and Descendant

  4. Houses


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The concept of Rahu and Ketu, the north and south lunar nodes, was adopted by Chinese astronomers and used in their astrological practices for predicting eclipses and other celestial events.

What was the name of the Chinese astronomer who introduced the Indian calendar system to China and reformed the Chinese calendar?

  1. Guo Shoujing

  2. Shen Kuo

  3. Wang Xizhi

  4. Li Chunfeng


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guo Shoujing was a Chinese astronomer who introduced the Indian calendar system to China and reformed the Chinese calendar. He also made significant contributions to astronomy, mathematics, and engineering.

Which Indian astronomical concept was adopted by Chinese astronomers and used in their theories of planetary motion?

  1. Epicycles and Deferents

  2. Heliocentric Theory

  3. Geocentric Theory

  4. Tychonic System


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The concept of epicycles and deferents, a geometric model for explaining the motion of planets, was adopted by Chinese astronomers from Indian astronomy and used in their theories of planetary motion.

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