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The Role of Ancient Indian Astronomy in the Preservation of Cultural Heritage

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Who is considered the father of Indian astronomy?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. Brahmagupta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata is widely regarded as the father of Indian astronomy due to his significant contributions to the field.

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

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. Brahmagupta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata proposed the heliocentric model of the solar system, which places the Sun at the center and the Earth and other planets revolving around it.

What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh II?

  1. Jantar Mantar

  2. Rashtrapati Bhavan

  3. Red Fort

  4. India Gate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jantar Mantar is a collection of astronomical observatories built by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the 18th century.

Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the concept of the zodiac and the nakshatras?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. Brahmagupta


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Varāhamihira developed the concept of the zodiac and the nakshatras, which are important in Indian astrology.

What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical text that contains information about eclipses, planetary motions, and constellations?

  1. Surya Siddhanta

  2. Rigveda

  3. Manusmriti

  4. Arthashastra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surya Siddhanta is an ancient Indian astronomical text that contains information about eclipses, planetary motions, and constellations.

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

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. Brahmagupta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata calculated the value of pi to four decimal places, which is a remarkable achievement for his time.

What is the name of the ancient Indian calendar that is based on the lunar cycle?

  1. Vikram Samvat

  2. Shaka Samvat

  3. Hijri Calendar

  4. Gregorian Calendar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vikram Samvat is an ancient Indian calendar that is based on the lunar cycle.

Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the concept of the precession of the equinoxes?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. Brahmagupta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Brahmagupta developed the concept of the precession of the equinoxes, which is the gradual shift in the position of the equinoxes.

What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical instrument used to measure the altitude of celestial objects?

  1. Astrolabe

  2. Sundial

  3. Gnomon

  4. Quadrant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Astrolabe is an ancient Indian astronomical instrument used to measure the altitude of celestial objects.

Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the concept of the nine planets?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. Brahmagupta


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Varāhamihira developed the concept of the nine planets, which includes the Sun and the Moon.

What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical text that contains information about comets and meteors?

  1. Brihat Samhita

  2. Rigveda

  3. Manusmriti

  4. Arthashastra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brihat Samhita is an ancient Indian astronomical text that contains information about comets and meteors.

Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the concept of the Earth's rotation on its axis?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. Brahmagupta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata developed the concept of the Earth's rotation on its axis, which was a revolutionary idea for his time.

What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical instrument used to measure the time of day?

  1. Astrolabe

  2. Sundial

  3. Gnomon

  4. Quadrant


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sundial is an ancient Indian astronomical instrument used to measure the time of day.

Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the concept of the Earth's revolution around the Sun?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varāhamihira

  4. Brahmagupta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata developed the concept of the Earth's revolution around the Sun, which was a revolutionary idea for his time.

What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical text that contains information about the constellations and their significance?

  1. Surya Siddhanta

  2. Rigveda

  3. Manusmriti

  4. Arthashastra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surya Siddhanta is an ancient Indian astronomical text that contains information about the constellations and their significance.

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