Indian Astronomy's Role in the Development of Sami Astronomy

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Which Indian astronomical text had a significant impact on Sami astronomy?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Surya Siddhanta

  3. Jyotisha Vedanga

  4. Brihat Samhita


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Surya Siddhanta, an ancient Indian astronomical treatise, was translated into Arabic and later influenced the development of Sami astronomy.

What was the primary mode of transmission of Indian astronomical knowledge to the Sami people?

  1. Trade Routes

  2. Religious Pilgrimages

  3. Diplomatic Missions

  4. Cultural Exchange


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian astronomical knowledge reached the Sami people through cultural exchange, particularly through interactions between traders, scholars, and religious figures.

How did Indian astronomy influence the Sami understanding of celestial bodies?

  1. It introduced new constellations and star names.

  2. It provided accurate methods for calculating planetary positions.

  3. It helped predict solar and lunar eclipses.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian astronomy contributed to the Sami understanding of celestial bodies by introducing new constellations and star names, providing accurate methods for calculating planetary positions, and helping predict solar and lunar eclipses.

Which Sami astronomical instrument was influenced by Indian astronomy?

  1. Astrolabe

  2. Armillary Sphere

  3. Gnomon

  4. Quadrant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sami adopted the astrolabe, an instrument used to measure the altitude of celestial bodies, which was originally developed in India.

How did Indian astronomy contribute to the Sami calendar system?

  1. It introduced the concept of a solar year.

  2. It established the use of intercalary months.

  3. It provided methods for calculating the dates of religious festivals.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian astronomy influenced the Sami calendar system by introducing the concept of a solar year, establishing the use of intercalary months, and providing methods for calculating the dates of religious festivals.

Which Indian astronomical concept was particularly influential in Sami astronomy?

  1. The concept of Rahu and Ketu

  2. The precession of the equinoxes

  3. The theory of planetary motion

  4. The concept of the zodiac


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian concept of the zodiac, dividing the ecliptic into twelve equal parts, was adopted by the Sami and used in their astronomical calculations.

How did Indian astronomy influence Sami navigation techniques?

  1. It introduced the use of the compass.

  2. It provided methods for determining latitude and longitude.

  3. It helped in calculating the distance between stars.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Indian astronomy contributed to Sami navigation techniques by providing methods for determining latitude and longitude, which were crucial for seafaring and exploration.

Which Indian astronomical text was translated into Arabic and influenced Sami astronomy?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Surya Siddhanta

  3. Jyotisha Vedanga

  4. Brihat Samhita


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Surya Siddhanta, an ancient Indian astronomical treatise, was translated into Arabic and later influenced the development of Sami astronomy.

What was the primary mode of transmission of Indian astronomical knowledge to the Sami people?

  1. Trade Routes

  2. Religious Pilgrimages

  3. Diplomatic Missions

  4. Cultural Exchange


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian astronomical knowledge reached the Sami people through cultural exchange, particularly through interactions between traders, scholars, and religious figures.

How did Indian astronomy influence the Sami understanding of celestial bodies?

  1. It introduced new constellations and star names.

  2. It provided accurate methods for calculating planetary positions.

  3. It helped predict solar and lunar eclipses.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian astronomy contributed to the Sami understanding of celestial bodies by introducing new constellations and star names, providing accurate methods for calculating planetary positions, and helping predict solar and lunar eclipses.

Which Sami astronomical instrument was influenced by Indian astronomy?

  1. Astrolabe

  2. Armillary Sphere

  3. Gnomon

  4. Quadrant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sami adopted the astrolabe, an instrument used to measure the altitude of celestial bodies, which was originally developed in India.

How did Indian astronomy contribute to the Sami calendar system?

  1. It introduced the concept of a solar year.

  2. It established the use of intercalary months.

  3. It provided methods for calculating the dates of religious festivals.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian astronomy influenced the Sami calendar system by introducing the concept of a solar year, establishing the use of intercalary months, and providing methods for calculating the dates of religious festivals.

Which Indian astronomical concept was particularly influential in Sami astronomy?

  1. The concept of Rahu and Ketu

  2. The precession of the equinoxes

  3. The theory of planetary motion

  4. The concept of the zodiac


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian concept of the zodiac, dividing the ecliptic into twelve equal parts, was adopted by the Sami and used in their astronomical calculations.

How did Indian astronomy influence Sami navigation techniques?

  1. It introduced the use of the compass.

  2. It provided methods for determining latitude and longitude.

  3. It helped in calculating the distance between stars.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Indian astronomy contributed to Sami navigation techniques by providing methods for determining latitude and longitude, which were crucial for seafaring and exploration.

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