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"Saptarishi" is the Indian name of which Constellation ?

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Ursa Major
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Ursa Minor
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Orion
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Draco
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Solution

The correct option is A Ursa Major
The Indian name of Ursa Major constellation or Great Bearconstellation is 'Saptarishi'. The great bear constellation reminds us of large ladle or a question mark studded in the sky. The Ursa majorconstellation or great bear constellation consists of 7 bright stars arranged in a pattern resembling somewhat a big bear.

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