The Concept of Stellar Constellations in Indian Astronomy

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge of the concept of stellar constellations in Indian astronomy. It covers various aspects of Indian astronomy, including the identification, classification, and significance of stellar constellations.
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What is the term used in Indian astronomy to refer to stellar constellations?

  1. Nakshatras

  2. Rashis

  3. Grahas

  4. Yogas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Indian astronomy, the term 'Nakshatras' is used to refer to stellar constellations.

How many Nakshatras are traditionally recognized in Indian astronomy?

  1. 27

  2. 28

  3. 30

  4. 32


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Traditionally, 27 Nakshatras are recognized in Indian astronomy.

What is the significance of Nakshatras in Indian astrology?

  1. They are used to determine the position of planets

  2. They are used to predict the future

  3. They are used to determine the time of birth

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nakshatras are used in Indian astrology for various purposes, including determining the position of planets, predicting the future, and determining the time of birth.

Which Nakshatra is considered to be the most auspicious in Indian astrology?

  1. Ashwini

  2. Rohini

  3. Magha

  4. Purva Phalguni


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rohini is considered to be the most auspicious Nakshatra in Indian astrology.

What is the name of the Nakshatra that is associated with the constellation of Orion?

  1. Mrigashira

  2. Ardra

  3. Punarvasu

  4. Pushya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mrigashira is the Nakshatra that is associated with the constellation of Orion.

Which Nakshatra is considered to be the most malefic in Indian astrology?

  1. Ashwini

  2. Krittika

  3. Revati

  4. Ashtami


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ashtami is considered to be the most malefic Nakshatra in Indian astrology.

What is the term used in Indian astronomy to refer to the division of the zodiac into 12 equal parts?

  1. Rashis

  2. Nakshatras

  3. Grahas

  4. Yogas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Indian astronomy, the term 'Rashis' is used to refer to the division of the zodiac into 12 equal parts.

Which Rashi is considered to be the most auspicious in Indian astrology?

  1. Aries

  2. Taurus

  3. Gemini

  4. Cancer


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cancer is considered to be the most auspicious Rashi in Indian astrology.

What is the name of the Rashi that is associated with the constellation of Leo?

  1. Leo

  2. Virgo

  3. Libra

  4. Scorpio


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Leo is the Rashi that is associated with the constellation of Leo.

Which Rashi is considered to be the most malefic in Indian astrology?

  1. Aries

  2. Taurus

  3. Gemini

  4. Scorpio


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Scorpio is considered to be the most malefic Rashi in Indian astrology.

What is the term used in Indian astronomy to refer to the nine planets?

  1. Grahas

  2. Nakshatras

  3. Rashis

  4. Yogas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Indian astronomy, the term 'Grahas' is used to refer to the nine planets.

Which Graha is considered to be the most auspicious in Indian astrology?

  1. Sun

  2. Moon

  3. Jupiter

  4. Venus


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jupiter is considered to be the most auspicious Graha in Indian astrology.

What is the name of the Graha that is associated with the planet Mars?

  1. Mars

  2. Jupiter

  3. Saturn

  4. Rahu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mars is the Graha that is associated with the planet Mars.

Which Graha is considered to be the most malefic in Indian astrology?

  1. Sun

  2. Moon

  3. Saturn

  4. Rahu


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Saturn is considered to be the most malefic Graha in Indian astrology.

What is the term used in Indian astronomy to refer to the combinations of planets that are believed to influence a person's life?

  1. Yogas

  2. Nakshatras

  3. Rashis

  4. Grahas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Indian astronomy, the term 'Yogas' is used to refer to the combinations of planets that are believed to influence a person's life.

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