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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

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What is the significance of the 'rashi' in the Jyotisha Vedanga?

  1. They are the 12 signs of the zodiac.

  2. They are the 27 lunar mansions.

  3. They are the 30 lunar days.

  4. They are the planets that orbit the sun.
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The 'rashi' are the 12 signs of the zodiac, which are used in astrology to determine a person's personality and destiny.

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What is the significance of the 'lagna' in the Jyotisha Vedanga?

  1. It is the point on the ecliptic that is rising on the eastern horizon at the time of birth.

  2. It is the point on the ecliptic that is setting on the western horizon at the time of birth.

  3. It is the point on the ecliptic that is highest in the sky at the time of birth.

  4. It is the point on the ecliptic that is lowest in the sky at the time of birth.
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The 'lagna' is the point on the ecliptic that is rising on the eastern horizon at the time of birth, which is used in astrology to determine a person's personality and destiny.

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What is the significance of the 'dasha' in the Jyotisha Vedanga?

  1. It is the period of time during which a particular planet is said to have the most influence on a person's life.

  2. It is the period of time during which a particular sign of the zodiac is said to have the most influence on a person's life.

  3. It is the period of time during which a particular nakshatra is said to have the most influence on a person's life.

  4. It is the period of time during which a particular tithi is said to have the most influence on a person's life.
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The 'dasha' is the period of time during which a particular planet is said to have the most influence on a person's life, which is used in astrology to predict a person's future.

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What is the significance of the 'bhukti' in the Jyotisha Vedanga?

  1. It is the sub-period of a dasha.

  2. It is the period of time during which a particular sign of the zodiac is said to have the most influence on a person's life.

  3. It is the period of time during which a particular nakshatra is said to have the most influence on a person's life.

  4. It is the period of time during which a particular tithi is said to have the most influence on a person's life.
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The 'bhukti' is the sub-period of a dasha, which is used in astrology to predict a person's future.

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What is the significance of the 'antardasha' in the Jyotisha Vedanga?

  1. It is the sub-period of a bhukti.

  2. It is the period of time during which a particular sign of the zodiac is said to have the most influence on a person's life.

  3. It is the period of time during which a particular nakshatra is said to have the most influence on a person's life.

  4. It is the period of time during which a particular tithi is said to have the most influence on a person's life.
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The 'antardasha' is the sub-period of a bhukti, which is used in astrology to predict a person's future.

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What is the significance of the 'pratyantardasha' in the Jyotisha Vedanga?

  1. It is the sub-period of an antardasha.

  2. It is the period of time during which a particular sign of the zodiac is said to have the most influence on a person's life.

  3. It is the period of time during which a particular nakshatra is said to have the most influence on a person's life.

  4. It is the period of time during which a particular tithi is said to have the most influence on a person's life.
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The 'pratyantardasha' is the sub-period of an antardasha, which is used in astrology to predict a person's future.

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Which hand gesture is used to represent the sun?

  1. Surya Hasta

  2. Tribhangi Hasta

  3. Kataka Hasta

  4. Mayura Hasta
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Surya Hasta is the hand gesture that is used to represent the sun. It is formed by bending the wrist and fingers, while keeping the thumb and index finger extended.

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What is the name of the hand gesture that is used to depict the moon?

  1. Chandra Hasta

  2. Tribhangi Hasta

  3. Kataka Hasta

  4. Mayura Hasta
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Chandra Hasta is the hand gesture that is used to depict the moon. It is formed by bending the wrist and fingers, while keeping the thumb and index finger extended.

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What is the name of the Hindu god of the Milky Way?

  1. Ganga

  2. Yamuna

  3. Saraswati

  4. Narmada
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Ganga is the Hindu god of the Milky Way. She is often depicted as a beautiful young woman with a white face and a golden chariot.

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What is the name of the Hindu god of the zodiac?

  1. Surya

  2. Chandra

  3. Brahma

  4. Vishnu
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Surya is the Hindu god of the zodiac. He is often depicted as a handsome young man with a radiant face and a golden chariot.

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What is the name of the Hindu god of the eclipse?

  1. Rahu

  2. Ketu

  3. Kala

  4. Yama
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Rahu is the Hindu god of the eclipse. He is often depicted as a demon with a snake-like body and a human head.

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What is the mathematical basis for astrological aspects?

  1. The angles between planets in a horoscope

  2. The distances between planets in a horoscope

  3. The signs of the zodiac that planets are in

  4. The houses of the horoscope that planets are in
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Astrological aspects are based on the angles between planets in a horoscope. These angles are measured in degrees and are used to determine the strength and nature of the relationship between the planets.

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What are the five major aspects in astrology?

  1. Conjunction, opposition, square, trine, and sextile

  2. Conjunction, opposition, square, quincunx, and semi-sextile

  3. Conjunction, opposition, square, trine, and septile

  4. Conjunction, opposition, square, trine, and nonile
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The five major aspects in astrology are conjunction, opposition, square, trine, and sextile. These aspects are considered to be the most important and influential in a horoscope.

Multiple choice

What is the significance of the 'nakshatras' in Indian astrology?

  1. They represent the 12 zodiac signs

  2. They are the 27 divisions of the ecliptic

  3. They are associated with specific deities and energies

  4. They determine the placement of planets in a birth chart
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The nakshatras are the 27 divisions of the ecliptic, each associated with a specific deity or energy. They play a significant role in determining the characteristics and life path of an individual based on their birth chart.

Multiple choice

Which astrological technique is used to analyze the compatibility between two individuals?

  1. Horoscope matching

  2. Natal chart analysis

  3. Transit analysis

  4. Vedic numerology
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Horoscope matching, also known as 'Kundali Milan,' is a technique used in Indian astrology to assess the compatibility between two individuals based on their birth charts.