Indian Astronomers

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Who is known as the father of Indian astronomy?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata is considered the father of Indian astronomy due to his significant contributions to the field in the 5th century CE.

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

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata proposed the heliocentric model of the solar system, where the Sun is at the center and the planets revolve around it.

Who wrote the astronomical treatise 'Surya Siddhanta'?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Varahamihira wrote the astronomical treatise 'Surya Siddhanta', which is considered one of the most important works in Indian astronomy.

Which Indian astronomer developed the concept of zero?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta developed the concept of zero and introduced it into the Indian number system.

Who wrote the astronomical treatise 'Lilavati'?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhaskara II wrote the astronomical treatise 'Lilavati', which covers various topics including arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.

Which Indian astronomer calculated the value of pi to four decimal places?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata calculated the value of pi to four decimal places, which was a significant achievement in ancient astronomy.

Who is known for his work on planetary motion and the concept of elliptical orbits?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhaskara II conducted extensive studies on planetary motion and proposed the concept of elliptical orbits, which was later confirmed by Kepler.

Which Indian astronomer developed a method for calculating the time of eclipses?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Varahamihira developed a method for calculating the time of eclipses, which was a significant contribution to astronomy and timekeeping.

Who wrote the astronomical treatise 'Brahma Sphuta Siddhanta'?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta wrote the astronomical treatise 'Brahma Sphuta Siddhanta', which covers topics such as astronomy, mathematics, and astrology.

Which Indian astronomer developed the concept of the zodiac and the twelve signs?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Varahamihira developed the concept of the zodiac and the twelve signs, which are widely used in astrology and astronomy.

Who is known for his work on spherical astronomy and the development of trigonometric functions?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhaskara II conducted extensive studies in spherical astronomy and developed trigonometric functions, which are essential in various fields of mathematics and astronomy.

Which Indian astronomer proposed the idea of a geocentric model of the solar system?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Varahamihira proposed the idea of a geocentric model of the solar system, where the Earth is at the center and the planets revolve around it.

Who is known for his work on the precession of the equinoxes and the calculation of the Earth's circumference?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata conducted studies on the precession of the equinoxes and calculated the Earth's circumference, which was a remarkable achievement in ancient astronomy.

Which Indian astronomer developed the concept of the nine planets (navagrahas) and their influence on human life?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Varahamihira developed the concept of the nine planets (navagrahas) and their influence on human life, which is a significant aspect of Indian astrology.

Who wrote the astronomical treatise 'Panchasiddhantika'?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Varahamihira wrote the astronomical treatise 'Panchasiddhantika', which is a compilation of five astronomical texts from different schools of thought.

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