Question

Which is not included in Pañcāṅga according to Jyotiṣa Śāstra?

• A. Tithiḥ
• B. Vāraḥ
• C. Nakṣatram
• D. Rāśiḥ

Hint:

Pañcāṅga = Tithi + Vāra + Nakṣatra + Yoga + Karaṇa. Rāśi is not part of it.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Definition of Pañcāṅga.
Pañcāṅga translates to "five limbs." It comprises the five fundamental elements utilized for time calculation in Jyotiṣa Śāstra.
Step 2: The five components.
1. Tithi (lunar day).
2. Vāra (weekday).
3. Nakṣatra (constellation).
4. Yoga (planetary combination).
5. Karaṇa (half of a Tithi).
Step 3: Evaluation of components.
- Tithiḥ: A component of Pañcāṅga.
- Vāraḥ: A component of Pañcāṅga.
- Nakṣatram: A component of Pañcāṅga.
- Rāśiḥ: Represents the zodiac sign and is not a part of Pañcāṅga.
Step 4: Determination.
Therefore, the element not included is Rāśi.