Question

We can locate the pole star with the help of

• A. Ursa Minor
• B. Ursa Major
• C. Orion
• D. Scorpio

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Ursa Major

The explanation for the correct option(s):

1. Option B: The pole star or polar star or Polaris or Dhruv tara is a star that is located directly above the north pole of the earth.
2. As its location is along the rational axis of earth it seems to be stationary at night.
3. We can locate the pole star with the help of Ursa major as shown in the diagram.
4. Ursa major is a group of stars that appears to form a recognizable pattern known as a constellation.
   
5. Hence, option B is the right answer.