Indian Cosmology
Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of Indian Cosmology, a branch of astronomy that deals with the origin and evolution of the universe according to ancient Indian texts and traditions. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: indian astronomy indian cosmology ancient indian science |
Which ancient Indian text is considered the primary source of information on Indian Cosmology?
According to Indian Cosmology, what is the fundamental principle that governs the universe?
Which concept in Indian Cosmology refers to the cyclical nature of the universe, where creation, preservation, and destruction occur in an endless loop?
In Indian Cosmology, what is the term for the cosmic egg from which the universe originated?
Which ancient Indian astronomer proposed the theory of the Earth's rotation on its axis?
According to Indian Cosmology, what is the ultimate goal of human existence?
Which ancient Indian text contains a detailed description of the universe's structure and cosmology?
In Indian Cosmology, what is the term for the cosmic ocean from which the universe emerged?
Which ancient Indian astronomer proposed the theory of the Earth's revolution around the Sun?
According to Indian Cosmology, what is the concept of the three gunas that govern the universe?
Which ancient Indian astronomer developed a sophisticated model of planetary motion and calculated the length of the year with great accuracy?
In Indian Cosmology, what is the concept of the four yugas or ages that cycle through time?
Which ancient Indian astronomer developed a method for calculating the positions of celestial bodies based on their longitudes?
In Indian Cosmology, what is the concept of the five elements or panchamahabhutas that constitute the material world?
Which ancient Indian astronomer developed a method for calculating the time of sunrise and sunset based on the latitude of the observer?