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Consider the following statements regarding the Ursa Major Constellation? 1. It is the largest known constellation. 2. Saptrishi is not a part of Ursa Major Constellation. 3. It is more likely to be visible from the Northern hemisphere than the Southern hemisphere. Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the Ursa Major Constellation? 1. It is the largest known constellation. 2. Saptrishi is not a part of Ursa Major Constellation. 3. It is more likely to be visible from the Northern hemisphere than the Southern hemisphere. Which of the following statements given above is/are correct? Correct Answer 3 only

The correct answer is 3 only

Important Points

  • Ursa Major or Big Bear is a constellation in the Northern sky.
    • It is visible throughout the year from the Northern sky and appears circumpolar above the mid-northern latitude. Hence statement 3 is correct.
    • From southern temperate latitudes, the southern part of the constellations can be viewed.
  • One of the most easily recognisable constellations is the Saptarishi (Saptaseven, rishi-sages).
    • ​Each star is representing one of the Saptrishis or seven sages. Hence statement 2 is not correct.
  • It is a group of seven stars that forms a part of Ursa Major Constellation.
  • It was one of the original 48 constellations mentioned in Ptolemy in the 2nd century AD.
  • It is 3rd largest of the 88 modern constellations. Hence statement 1 is not correct.

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