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Observatories in India and Their Impact on Tourism

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Which of the following is the oldest astronomical observatory in India?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Khajuraho Observatory, Khajuraho


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Ujjain Observatory, located in the city of Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, is the oldest astronomical observatory in India. It was built in the 5th century BCE by the astronomer and mathematician Aryabhata.

Which of the following observatories is known for its unique architecture, consisting of a series of jantar mantras (instruments) used for astronomical observations?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Khajuraho Observatory, Khajuraho


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, Rajasthan, is known for its unique architecture. It consists of a series of jantar mantras, which are instruments used for astronomical observations. These instruments were built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the 18th century.

Which of the following observatories is located in the city of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Kashi Observatory, Varanasi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kashi Observatory is located in the city of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It was built in the 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. The observatory consists of a series of instruments used for astronomical observations.

Which of the following observatories is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Aryabhata?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Khajuraho Observatory, Khajuraho


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Ujjain Observatory is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Aryabhata. Aryabhata was the director of the observatory in the 5th century BCE. He made significant contributions to the field of astronomy, including the development of the heliocentric model of the solar system.

Which of the following observatories is located in the city of Delhi?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Delhi Observatory, Delhi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Delhi Observatory is located in the city of Delhi. It was built in the 19th century by the British. The observatory was used for astronomical observations and meteorological studies.

Which of the following observatories is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Varahamihira?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Khajuraho Observatory, Khajuraho


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Ujjain Observatory is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Varahamihira. Varahamihira was the director of the observatory in the 6th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of astronomy, including the development of the lunar calendar.

Which of the following observatories is located in the city of Mathura, Uttar Pradesh?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Mathura Observatory, Mathura


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mathura Observatory is located in the city of Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. It was built in the 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. The observatory consists of a series of instruments used for astronomical observations.

Which of the following observatories is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Bhaskaracharya?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Khajuraho Observatory, Khajuraho


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Ujjain Observatory is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Bhaskaracharya. Bhaskaracharya was the director of the observatory in the 12th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of astronomy, including the development of the sine table.

Which of the following observatories is located in the city of Hyderabad, Telangana?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Hyderabad Observatory, Hyderabad


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Hyderabad Observatory is located in the city of Hyderabad, Telangana. It was built in the 19th century by the British. The observatory was used for astronomical observations and meteorological studies.

Which of the following observatories is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Madhava of Sangamagrama?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Khajuraho Observatory, Khajuraho


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Khajuraho Observatory is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Madhava of Sangamagrama. Madhava was the director of the observatory in the 14th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of astronomy, including the development of the power series expansion of trigonometric functions.

Which of the following observatories is located in the city of Chennai, Tamil Nadu?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Madras Observatory, Chennai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Madras Observatory is located in the city of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was built in the 19th century by the British. The observatory was used for astronomical observations and meteorological studies.

Which of the following observatories is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Nilakantha Somayaji?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Khajuraho Observatory, Khajuraho


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Khajuraho Observatory is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Nilakantha Somayaji. Nilakantha was the director of the observatory in the 15th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of astronomy, including the development of the trigonometric identities.

Which of the following observatories is located in the city of Kolkata, West Bengal?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Kolkata Observatory, Kolkata


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kolkata Observatory is located in the city of Kolkata, West Bengal. It was built in the 19th century by the British. The observatory was used for astronomical observations and meteorological studies.

Which of the following observatories is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Jagannatha Samrat?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Khajuraho Observatory, Khajuraho


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Ujjain Observatory is known for its association with the astronomer and mathematician Jagannatha Samrat. Jagannatha was the director of the observatory in the 17th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of astronomy, including the development of the astronomical tables.

Which of the following observatories is located in the city of Mumbai, Maharashtra?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Ujjain Observatory, Ujjain

  3. Nalanda Observatory, Nalanda

  4. Mumbai Observatory, Mumbai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mumbai Observatory is located in the city of Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was built in the 19th century by the British. The observatory was used for astronomical observations and meteorological studies.

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