Ancient Indian Astronomical Instruments

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Which ancient Indian astronomical instrument was used to measure the angles between celestial bodies?

  1. Yantra

  2. Gnomon

  3. Astrolabe

  4. Quadrant


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The astrolabe, a sophisticated instrument, was employed to calculate the positions of celestial bodies and determine the time of day and night.

What was the primary purpose of the 'Yantra Raj Yantra' developed by Maharaja Jai Singh II?

  1. Measuring the distance to the Sun

  2. Observing the motion of planets

  3. Predicting eclipses

  4. Determining the time of day


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 'Yantra Raj Yantra' was designed to track the movement of planets and study their positions in the sky.

Which ancient Indian astronomical instrument was used to measure the altitude of celestial bodies above the horizon?

  1. Gnomon

  2. Astrolabe

  3. Quadrant

  4. Armillary Sphere


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The gnomon, a simple yet effective instrument, was used to measure the altitude of celestial bodies by observing the length of its shadow.

The 'Jantar Mantar' in Jaipur, India, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its collection of which astronomical instruments?

  1. Yantras

  2. Astrolabes

  3. Gnomons

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 'Jantar Mantar' is renowned for its collection of various astronomical instruments, including yantras, astrolabes, and gnomons.

What was the primary function of the 'Samrat Yantra', the largest sundial in the world located in New Delhi, India?

  1. Measuring the time of day

  2. Observing the motion of stars

  3. Predicting eclipses

  4. Determining the position of the Sun


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 'Samrat Yantra' was primarily used to measure the time of day with great accuracy.

Which ancient Indian astronomical instrument was used to study the movement of the Sun and the Moon?

  1. Yantra

  2. Gnomon

  3. Astrolabe

  4. Armillary Sphere


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The armillary sphere, a complex instrument, was used to represent the celestial sphere and study the movement of the Sun, Moon, and stars.

What was the primary purpose of the 'Nadi Valaya Yantra', an instrument developed by Maharaja Jai Singh II?

  1. Measuring the distance to the stars

  2. Observing the motion of planets

  3. Predicting eclipses

  4. Determining the time of day


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 'Nadi Valaya Yantra' was designed to observe the motion of planets and study their positions in the sky.

Which ancient Indian astronomical instrument was used to measure the time of day and night?

  1. Yantra

  2. Gnomon

  3. Astrolabe

  4. Quadrant


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The gnomon, a simple yet effective instrument, was used to measure the time of day and night by observing the length of its shadow.

What was the primary function of the 'Jai Prakash Yantra', an instrument developed by Maharaja Jai Singh II?

  1. Measuring the distance to the Sun

  2. Observing the motion of planets

  3. Predicting eclipses

  4. Determining the time of day


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The 'Jai Prakash Yantra' was designed to predict eclipses and study the movement of celestial bodies.

Which ancient Indian astronomical instrument was used to study the positions of stars and planets in the sky?

  1. Yantra

  2. Gnomon

  3. Astrolabe

  4. Armillary Sphere


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The armillary sphere, a complex instrument, was used to represent the celestial sphere and study the positions of stars and planets.

What was the primary purpose of the 'Vrihat Samrat Yantra', the largest stone sundial in the world located in Jaipur, India?

  1. Measuring the time of day

  2. Observing the motion of stars

  3. Predicting eclipses

  4. Determining the position of the Sun


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 'Vrihat Samrat Yantra' was primarily used to determine the position of the Sun and study its movement throughout the year.

Which ancient Indian astronomical instrument was used to measure the distance between celestial bodies?

  1. Yantra

  2. Gnomon

  3. Astrolabe

  4. Quadrant


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The quadrant, a quarter-circle instrument, was used to measure the distance between celestial bodies and determine their positions in the sky.

What was the primary function of the 'Misra Yantra', an instrument developed by Maharaja Jai Singh II?

  1. Measuring the distance to the stars

  2. Observing the motion of planets

  3. Predicting eclipses

  4. Determining the time of day


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 'Misra Yantra' was designed to observe the motion of planets and study their positions in the sky.

Which ancient Indian astronomical instrument was used to study the motion of the stars?

  1. Yantra

  2. Gnomon

  3. Astrolabe

  4. Armillary Sphere


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The armillary sphere, a complex instrument, was used to represent the celestial sphere and study the motion of the stars.

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