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.Join The Discussion
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