The Instruments Used by Ancient Indian Astronomers
Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about the instruments used by ancient Indian astronomers. These astronomers made significant contributions to the field of astronomy, and their instruments played a crucial role in their observations and discoveries. | |
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Which of the following instruments was used by ancient Indian astronomers to measure the positions of celestial bodies?
The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, India, is an example of which type of astronomical instrument?
What was the primary purpose of the armillary sphere, an instrument used by ancient Indian astronomers?
Which ancient Indian astronomer is credited with developing the concept of the zodiac and the system of 12 zodiac signs?
The Nakshatras, or lunar mansions, play a significant role in ancient Indian astronomy. How many Nakshatras are traditionally recognized?
The Surya Siddhanta, a renowned astronomical text from ancient India, is primarily concerned with which celestial body?
Which ancient Indian astronomer proposed the theory of the Earth's rotation on its axis?
The Yantra Raj Yantra, located in Jaipur, India, is an example of which type of astronomical instrument?
Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the concept of the nine planets, including Rahu and Ketu, in his astronomical treatise?
The Brihat Samhita, an encyclopedic work by Varāhamihira, covers a wide range of topics. Which of the following is NOT included in this text?
The Lilavati, a mathematical treatise by Bhaskara II, is renowned for its contributions to which mathematical field?
Which ancient Indian astronomer developed the concept of the precession of the equinoxes, describing the gradual shift in the position of the vernal equinox?
The Siddhānta Shiromani, a significant astronomical text by Bhaskara II, consists of how many chapters?
Which ancient Indian astronomer developed a method for calculating the circumference of the Earth using the angle of depression of a star?