The Concept of the Stars in Vedic Texts

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In Vedic texts, what is the term used to refer to stars?

  1. Nakshatras

  2. Grahas

  3. Rasis

  4. Lagnas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nakshatras are the lunar mansions or constellations mentioned in Vedic texts.

How many Nakshatras are traditionally recognized in Vedic astronomy?

  1. 12

  2. 27

  3. 54

  4. 108


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

There are 27 Nakshatras, each associated with a specific deity and a portion of the ecliptic.

Which Nakshatra is considered the most auspicious for starting new ventures?

  1. Rohini

  2. Uttara Phalguni

  3. Hasta

  4. Shravana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rohini is associated with the planet Venus and is considered highly auspicious for new beginnings.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the planet Saturn?

  1. Ashwini

  2. Bharani

  3. Krittika

  4. Uttara Bhadrapada


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Uttara Bhadrapada is associated with the planet Saturn and is considered a malefic Nakshatra.

What is the significance of the Nakshatras in Vedic astrology?

  1. They determine the position of the planets in a horoscope.

  2. They influence the personality and destiny of an individual.

  3. They are used to predict future events.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nakshatras are used in Vedic astrology to determine the position of the planets in a horoscope, influence the personality and destiny of an individual, and predict future events.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the constellation of Orion?

  1. Mrigashira

  2. Rohini

  3. Krittika

  4. Ardra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mrigashira is associated with the constellation of Orion and is considered a benefic Nakshatra.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the constellation of Taurus?

  1. Rohini

  2. Krittika

  3. Bharani

  4. Ashwini


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rohini is associated with the constellation of Taurus and is considered a highly auspicious Nakshatra.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the constellation of Gemini?

  1. Mrigashira

  2. Ardra

  3. Punarvasu

  4. Pushya


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Punarvasu is associated with the constellation of Gemini and is considered a benefic Nakshatra.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the constellation of Cancer?

  1. Pushya

  2. Ashlesha

  3. Magha

  4. Purva Phalguni


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pushya is associated with the constellation of Cancer and is considered a benefic Nakshatra.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the constellation of Leo?

  1. Magha

  2. Purva Phalguni

  3. Uttara Phalguni

  4. Hasta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Magha is associated with the constellation of Leo and is considered a benefic Nakshatra.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the constellation of Virgo?

  1. Hasta

  2. Chitra

  3. Swati

  4. Vishakha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hasta is associated with the constellation of Virgo and is considered a benefic Nakshatra.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the constellation of Libra?

  1. Vishakha

  2. Anuradha

  3. Jyeshtha

  4. Mula


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vishakha is associated with the constellation of Libra and is considered a benefic Nakshatra.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the constellation of Scorpio?

  1. Mula

  2. Purvashada

  3. Uttarashada

  4. Shravana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mula is associated with the constellation of Scorpio and is considered a malefic Nakshatra.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the constellation of Sagittarius?

  1. Shravana

  2. Dhanishtha

  3. Shatabhisha

  4. Purva Bhadrapada


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dhanishtha is associated with the constellation of Sagittarius and is considered a benefic Nakshatra.

Which Nakshatra is associated with the constellation of Capricorn?

  1. Purva Bhadrapada

  2. Uttara Bhadrapada

  3. Revati

  4. Aswini


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Uttara Bhadrapada is associated with the constellation of Capricorn and is considered a malefic Nakshatra.

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