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  1. Which Rajput ruler drew up a set of tables called Zij Muhammadshuhi to enable the people to make astronomical observations?
    1. Ajit Singh
    2. Raja Sawai Jai Singh
    3. Bhara Mal
    4. Man Singh
Correct Option: B

The ‘Zij Muhammad Shahi’ is a set of astronomical tables prepared under the direction of Jai Singh II and named after the Emperor, Muhammad Shah. It is notable for employing the use of telescopic observations. The ruler had complimented him (Sawai Jai Singh) for his knowledge of astronomy, as is evidenced from a paragraphs of ‘Zij-i- Muhammad Shahi ’ which, Sawai Jai Singh had dedicated in the name of the ruler in the year 1728.


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