Question

Which is not a Bheda (division) of Jyotiṣa Śāstra?

• A. Horaśāstram
• B. Saṁhitāśāstram
• C. Siddhāntaśāstram
• D. Akalanśāstram

Hint:

Remember: Jyotiṣa = 3 divisions only: Hora, Saṁhitā, Siddhānta.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Divisions of Jyotiṣa.
Jyotiṣa Śāstra (Vedic astrology) is divided into three main parts:
1. Hora Śāstra – predictive astrology.
2. Saṁhitā Śāstra – general and mundane astrology.
3. Siddhānta Śāstra – astronomical calculations.
Step 2: Checking the given options.
- Horaśāstra (1): Valid division.
- Saṁhitāśāstra (2): Valid division.
- Siddhāntaśāstra (3): Valid division.
- Akalanśāstra (4): Not part of Jyotiṣa divisions, hence incorrect.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the option not belonging to Jyotiṣa Bheda is Akalana Śāstra.