Which of the following are ancient Indian texts on astronomy?

1.Sankhyakarika

2.Siddhanta Siromani

3.Surya Siddhanta

4.Grihya Sutras

A1, 2 & 3 only

B2 & 3 only ✓ Correct

C1, 2, 3 & 4

D1, 2 & 4 only

Correct answer: (B) 2 & 3 only

Explanation

Siddhanta Siromani and Surya Siddhanta are ancient Indian treatises on astronomy.

Statement 2 the Siddhanta Siromani by Bhaskara the second deals with mathematics and astronomy.

Statement 3 the Surya Siddhanta is a foundational astronomical text.

Statement 1 the Sankhyakarika expounds the Samkhya philosophy, not astronomy.

Statement 4 the Grihya Sutras concern domestic rituals, not astronomy.

The Surya Siddhanta gives methods for planetary positions and eclipses.

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