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Q.

Which of the following is another name for the Ursa Major?

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a

The Great Bear

b

The Big Dipper

c

The Great Bear, The Big Dipper and Saptarshi

d

Saptarishi

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

  • There are three alternative names for the Ursa Major constellation: The Great Bear, The Big Dipper and Saptarshi. 
  • The constellation is best known for its distinctive shape, which resembles a large ladle or dipper. 
  • It is made up of seven bright stars which are named after their relative positions in the constellation. 
  • The stars in the Big Dipper are also used to locate the North Star, Polaris, which is an important navigational aid.
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