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Who is credited with the first recorded Siddhantic astronomy in the 5th Century CE?
Who is credited with the first recorded Siddhantic astronomy in the 5th Century CE?
- Brahmagupta
- Varahamihira (correct)
- Bhaskara I
- Aryabhata
In what century did Aryabhata, the Indian astronomer, live?
In what century did Aryabhata, the Indian astronomer, live?
- 3rd Century CE
- 9th Century CE
- 7th Century CE
- 5th Century CE (correct)
What did Aryabhata add to the heliocentric theory regarding the moon?
What did Aryabhata add to the heliocentric theory regarding the moon?
- He suggested the moon reflects the sun's light (correct)
- He calculated the distance between the Earth and the moon
- He explained the moon's phases
- He proposed the moon orbits the Earth
Aryabhata's book, the 'Aryabhatia,' was translated into which language in the 13th Century?
Aryabhata's book, the 'Aryabhatia,' was translated into which language in the 13th Century?
During which era of India (1526 – 1725) did Hindu and Islamic techniques lead to advances in astronomy?
During which era of India (1526 – 1725) did Hindu and Islamic techniques lead to advances in astronomy?
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First Recorded Siddhantic Astronomy (5th Century CE)
First Recorded Siddhantic Astronomy (5th Century CE)
Varahamihira, an Indian astronomer, is credited with the first recorded Siddhantic astronomy, a system based on observation and calculations.
Aryabhata's Era
Aryabhata's Era
Aryabhata, a prominent Indian astronomer, lived in the 5th century CE and made significant contributions to astronomy.
Aryabhata's Lunar Theory
Aryabhata's Lunar Theory
Aryabhata proposed that the moon doesn't emit its own light, but reflects the sun's light.
Translation of 'Aryabhatia'
Translation of 'Aryabhatia'
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Astronomy in the Mughal Era
Astronomy in the Mughal Era
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Study Notes
Indian Astronomy
- Aryabhata is credited with the first recorded Siddhantic astronomy in the 5th Century CE.
Aryabhata's Life and Contributions
- Aryabhata, an Indian astronomer, lived in the 5th Century CE.
- He added to the heliocentric theory by stating that the moon rotates on its own axis.
The Aryabhatia
- The 'Aryabhatia,' Aryabhata's book, was translated into Arabic in the 13th Century.
Advances in Indian Astronomy
- During the Mughal era (1526 – 1725) in India, Hindu and Islamic techniques led to advances in astronomy.
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