Indian Astrological Texts

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about Indian Astrological Texts.
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: indian astrology vedic astrology hindu astrology
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

Which is the oldest known Indian astrological text?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Atharvaveda

  3. Yajurveda

  4. Samaveda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rigveda is the oldest known Indian astrological text, dating back to 1500-1200 BCE.

Who is considered the father of Indian astrology?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Varahamihira

  4. Brahmagupta


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Varahamihira is considered the father of Indian astrology. He wrote the Brihat Samhita, which is a comprehensive treatise on astrology.

Which is the most important astrological text in India?

  1. Brihat Samhita

  2. Surya Siddhanta

  3. Panchang

  4. Jataka Parijata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Brihat Samhita is considered the most important astrological text in India. It was written by Varahamihira in the 6th century CE.

What is the name of the astrological calendar used in India?

  1. Panchang

  2. Surya Siddhanta

  3. Jataka Parijata

  4. Brihat Samhita


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Panchang is the astrological calendar used in India. It is a daily calendar that provides information about the positions of the planets, the tithi, the nakshatra, and the yoga.

Which is the most popular astrological text in India?

  1. Jataka Parijata

  2. Brihat Samhita

  3. Surya Siddhanta

  4. Panchang


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jataka Parijata is the most popular astrological text in India. It was written by Vaidyanatha Dikshita in the 16th century CE.

What is the name of the astrological system that is based on the positions of the planets at the time of birth?

  1. Natal astrology

  2. Horoscopic astrology

  3. Vedic astrology

  4. Hindu astrology


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Natal astrology is the astrological system that is based on the positions of the planets at the time of birth.

What is the name of the astrological system that is based on the positions of the planets at the time of conception?

  1. Natal astrology

  2. Horoscopic astrology

  3. Vedic astrology

  4. Hindu astrology


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Horoscopic astrology is the astrological system that is based on the positions of the planets at the time of conception.

What is the name of the astrological system that is based on the positions of the planets at the time of death?

  1. Natal astrology

  2. Horoscopic astrology

  3. Vedic astrology

  4. Hindu astrology


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Vedic astrology is the astrological system that is based on the positions of the planets at the time of death.

What is the name of the astrological system that is based on the positions of the planets at the time of a major life event?

  1. Natal astrology

  2. Horoscopic astrology

  3. Vedic astrology

  4. Hindu astrology


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hindu astrology is the astrological system that is based on the positions of the planets at the time of a major life event.

Which of the following is not a type of astrological chart?

  1. Natal chart

  2. Horoscope

  3. Transit chart

  4. Synastry chart


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A synastry chart is not a type of astrological chart. It is a comparison of two natal charts.

What is the name of the astrological sign that is associated with the element of fire?

  1. Aries

  2. Taurus

  3. Gemini

  4. Cancer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aries is the astrological sign that is associated with the element of fire.

What is the name of the astrological sign that is associated with the element of earth?

  1. Taurus

  2. Gemini

  3. Cancer

  4. Leo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Taurus is the astrological sign that is associated with the element of earth.

What is the name of the astrological sign that is associated with the element of air?

  1. Gemini

  2. Cancer

  3. Leo

  4. Virgo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gemini is the astrological sign that is associated with the element of air.

What is the name of the astrological sign that is associated with the element of water?

  1. Cancer

  2. Leo

  3. Virgo

  4. Libra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cancer is the astrological sign that is associated with the element of water.

What is the name of the astrological sign that is associated with the planet Mars?

  1. Aries

  2. Taurus

  3. Gemini

  4. Cancer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aries is the astrological sign that is associated with the planet Mars.

- Hide questions