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SSC Stenographer 2023 PYQ — Question 136

SSC Stenographer - 13 Oct 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q136

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Brihat Samhita was the treatise of which of the following subjects?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Astronomy.

  • The Brihat Samhita is an ancient Indian treatise that primarily focuses on astronomy and astrology, but it also encompasses a wide range of subjects including geography, architecture, meteorology, and various aspects of daily life.
  • The Brihat Samhita stands as a monumental work in the history of Indian science, illustrating the sophisticated understanding of astronomy and related disciplines in ancient India.