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Indian Astronomy and Astrology

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Ancient Indian astronomy and astrology encompass the historical study of celestial bodies, planetary movements, and traditional timekeeping instruments. Topics frequently include ancient astronomical texts, yantras, and the astrological significance of planets. These questions are highly useful for general studies sections in civil services and state exams.

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Indian Astronomy and Astrology Questions

Multiple choice

What is the legacy of ancient Indian astronomy in modern science?

  1. It laid the foundation for modern astronomy

  2. It influenced the development of scientific instruments

  3. It contributed to the understanding of the universe

  4. All of the above
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Ancient Indian astronomy left a lasting legacy in modern science by laying the foundation for modern astronomy, influencing the development of scientific instruments, and contributing to the understanding of the universe.

Multiple choice

Which constellation is known as the 'Seven Sages' in Hindu mythology?

  1. Ursa Major

  2. Ursa Minor

  3. Orion

  4. Taurus
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The constellation Ursa Major is known as the 'Saptarishi' or 'Seven Sages' in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which constellation is known as the 'Hunter' in Hindu mythology?

  1. Ursa Major

  2. Ursa Minor

  3. Orion

  4. Taurus
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The constellation Orion is known as the 'Mrigashira' or 'Hunter' in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which constellation is known as the 'Twins' in Hindu mythology?

  1. Ursa Major

  2. Ursa Minor

  3. Gemini

  4. Taurus
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The constellation Gemini is known as the 'Mithuna' or 'Twins' in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the astrological chart used in Indian astrology?

  1. Kundali

  2. Panchang

  3. Jyotish

  4. Rashi
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Kundali is the term for the astrological chart used in Indian astrology, which represents the positions of the planets and constellations at the time of a person's birth.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the astrological sign that a person is born under?

  1. Rashi

  2. Nakshatra

  3. Graha

  4. Lagna
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Rashi is the term for the astrological sign that a person is born under, which is determined by the position of the Sun at the time of birth.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a traditional method of astrological prediction in India?

  1. Horary astrology

  2. Natal astrology

  3. Electional astrology

  4. Medical astrology
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Medical astrology is not a traditional method of astrological prediction in India, as it is not mentioned in ancient Indian texts.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the astrological period when a planet is in a particularly strong or weak position?

  1. Dasha

  2. Bhukti

  3. Antardasha

  4. Pratyantar Dasha
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Dasha is the term for the astrological period when a planet is in a particularly strong or weak position, which is determined by the position of the Moon at the time of birth.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the astrological house that represents a person's career and social status?

  1. Lagna

  2. Dhana Bhava

  3. Karma Bhava

  4. Bhagya Bhava
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Karma Bhava is the term for the astrological house that represents a person's career and social status.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a type of astrological transit used in Indian astrology?

  1. Sun transit

  2. Moon transit

  3. Jupiter transit

  4. Saturn transit
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Jupiter transit is not a traditional type of astrological transit used in Indian astrology, as it is not mentioned in ancient Indian texts.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the astrological period when a planet is in a particularly auspicious or inauspicious position?

  1. Raja Yoga

  2. Vipareeta Raja Yoga

  3. Dhana Yoga

  4. Pitru Dosha
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Raja Yoga is the term for the astrological period when a planet is in a particularly auspicious position, which is determined by the position of the planets at the time of birth.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a type of astrological aspect used in Indian astrology?

  1. Conjunction

  2. Opposition

  3. Square

  4. Trine
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Square is not a traditional type of astrological aspect used in Indian astrology, as it is not mentioned in ancient Indian texts.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the astrological house that represents a person's health and well-being?

  1. Lagna

  2. Dhana Bhava

  3. Karma Bhava

  4. Bhagya Bhava
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Lagna is the term for the astrological house that represents a person's health and well-being.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a type of astrological chart used in Indian astrology?

  1. Natal chart

  2. Horary chart

  3. Electional chart

  4. Medical chart
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Medical chart is not a traditional type of astrological chart used in Indian astrology, as it is not mentioned in ancient Indian texts.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the astrological period when a planet is in a particularly malefic or harmful position?

  1. Dasha

  2. Bhukti

  3. Antardasha

  4. Pratyantar Dasha
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Antardasha is the term for the astrological period when a planet is in a particularly malefic or harmful position, which is determined by the position of the Moon at the time of birth.