Astronomy Flashcards
1
Q
What is the name for the branch of Astrology in Jyotish
A
Gola
2
Q
What is the Ecliptic?
A
A 7 degree latitudinal orbit around the Sun that all of the planets revolve within.
3
Q
What is the tilted degree of the rotational axis of the Earth?
A
23.5 degrees.
4
Q
What is the Zodiac
A
The group of constellations that the planets move through along the ecliptic.
5
Q
What is the branch of Jotisha that deals with Horoscope Interpretation?
A
Hora Shastra
6
Q
Vedic for Day
A
Dina or Ahar
7
Q
Vedic for Night
A
Raatri
8
Q
Vedic for day and night together
A
ahoraatra