The constellation in Indian Mythology called “Sapta Rishi” is coterminous with which among the follo

Q. The constellation in Indian Mythology called “Sapta Rishi” is coterminous with which among the following?
Answer: Ursa Major
Notes: In ancient Indian astronomy, the asterism of the Big Dipper which is part of the constellation of Ursa Major is called saptarishi. It has 7 stars representing seven rishis, namely "Vashistha", "Marichi", "Pulastya", "Pulaha", "Atri", "Angiras" and "Kratu".

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