Astronomy in Indian Architecture

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Which ancient Indian text is considered the earliest known treatise on astronomy in India?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Atharvaveda

  3. Yajurveda

  4. Samaveda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rigveda, one of the four Vedas, contains hymns that mention celestial bodies and astronomical phenomena.

What is the name of the ancient Indian observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the 18th century?

  1. Jantar Mantar

  2. Rashtrapati Bhavan

  3. Red Fort

  4. India Gate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jantar Mantar is a collection of astronomical instruments built in five different cities across India.

Which astronomical instrument at Jantar Mantar is used to measure the altitude of celestial bodies?

  1. Samrat Yantra

  2. Jai Prakash Yantra

  3. Rashivalaya Yantra

  4. Misra Yantra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Samrat Yantra is a large sundial that can measure the altitude of celestial bodies with great accuracy.

What is the purpose of the Jai Prakash Yantra at Jantar Mantar?

  1. Measuring the time of day

  2. Determining the position of stars

  3. Predicting eclipses

  4. Calculating the distance to the moon


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Jai Prakash Yantra is used to predict the occurrence of solar and lunar eclipses.

Which ancient Indian temple is aligned with the rising sun on the day of the spring equinox?

  1. Konark Sun Temple

  2. Brihadeeswarar Temple

  3. Khajuraho Temples

  4. Ajanta Caves


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Konark Sun Temple in Odisha is aligned with the rising sun on the day of the spring equinox, creating a spectacular visual effect.

What is the name of the ancient Indian calendar that is based on the movement of the sun?

  1. Saka Calendar

  2. Vikram Samvat

  3. Hijri Calendar

  4. Gregorian Calendar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Saka Calendar is a solar calendar that is still used in some parts of India.

Which Indian astronomer developed the concept of the zero in mathematics?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata is credited with developing the concept of the zero in mathematics, which revolutionized mathematics.

What is the name of the ancient Indian treatise on astronomy written by Varahamihira?

  1. Brihat Samhita

  2. Pancha Siddhantika

  3. Surya Siddhanta

  4. Aryabhatiya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brihat Samhita is an encyclopedic work that covers a wide range of topics, including astronomy, astrology, and architecture.

Which ancient 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, which places the sun at the center of the solar system.

What is the name of the ancient Indian observatory built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in Jaipur?

  1. Jantar Mantar

  2. Rashtrapati Bhavan

  3. Red Fort

  4. India Gate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jantar Mantar in Jaipur is one of the five observatories built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II.

Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the concept of the mean motion of the planets?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta developed the concept of the mean motion of the planets, which is the average speed of a planet's motion over a long period of time.

What is the name of the ancient Indian treatise on astronomy written by Bhaskara II?

  1. Brihat Samhita

  2. Pancha Siddhantika

  3. Surya Siddhanta

  4. Aryabhatiya


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Siddhanta Shiromani is a comprehensive treatise on astronomy written by Bhaskara II.

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

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

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

What is the name of the ancient Indian observatory built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in Ujjain?

  1. Jantar Mantar

  2. Rashtrapati Bhavan

  3. Red Fort

  4. India Gate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jantar Mantar in Ujjain is one of the five observatories built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II.

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