Indian Astronomy in Popular Culture

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Which Indian astronomer is known for his contributions to the study of comets and is often referred to as the "Comet Hunter of India"?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

J.C. Bhattacharya was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of comets and is often referred to as the "Comet Hunter of India".

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on planetary motion and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of planetary motion and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on trigonometry and is considered to be the father of Indian trigonometry?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhaskara II was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of trigonometry and is considered to be the father of Indian trigonometry.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astrology and is considered to be one of the greatest astrologers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Varāhamihira was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astrology and is considered to be one of the greatest astrologers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. J.C. Bhattacharya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of astronomy and is considered to be one of the greatest astronomers of all time.

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