Question

Which is the most recognisable constellation?
(a) The saptarishi
(b) The moon
(c) The sun
(d) The mars

Answer 1

The correct answer is Option(a) The saptarishi

• Saptarishi is also known as Ursa Major.
• The name is derived from an ancient Hindu Vedas,  it basically means seven sages.
• Saptarishi is one of the most fascinating constellations,
• The name of Saptarishi's are

1. Marichi
2. Vasistha
3. Angiras
4. Atri
5. Pulastya
6. Pulaha
7. Kratu

• The other options are not related to the constellation.
• The moon is a satellite that causes tidal waves, it also gives some amount of light during the night.
• The sun is also a star, which takes a key role in our solar system, without the Sun, our earth wont be a suitable place to live.
• Mars is a planet in our solar system.

Answer 2

Option (a) is the correct answer

The most recognizable constellation is the Saptarishi

Explanation:

• Saptarishi is also known as Ursa Major or Big bear. It is a type of constellation.
• Commonly known as Saptarishi where Sapta means seven and rishi is sages.
• It is a group of seven stars which is as whole called Ursa Major Constellation.
• Saptarishi is closely associated to ancient Indian astronomy.
• The asterism of the Big Dipper  is a part of the constellation of Ursa Major and  is called saptarishi.
• There are seven stars in Saptarishi which represents seven rishis, namely "Vashistha", "Marichi", "Pulastya", "Pulaha", "Atri", "Angiras" and "Kratu".

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