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The name of the Indian Astronomer (who knew five astronomical systems), who lived in the 6th century was

A. Varahamihira

B. Bhandarkar

C. Pujyapada

D. Prasastapada

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Vārāhamihira (c. early 6th-century), also called Vārāha or Mihira, was a Hindu polymath who lived in Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh, India). He was born in the Avanti region, roughly corresponding to modern-day Malwa, to Adityadasa, who was himself an astronomer.

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  1. Manzar Rasool
    Manzar Rasool :
    3 months ago

    In which vedic literature was this mentioned?

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