Question

Arrange the following Nakshatras in their correct reverse order (Vyutkramah) relative to their standard sequence:
A. Ashlesha
B. Swati
C. Purva Phalguni
D. Anuradha
E. Hasta

• A. D, B, E, C, A
• B. B, C, D, E, A
• C. A, B, E, D, C
• D. C, D, E, A, B

Hint:

Always number the items first. Anuradha is the furthest in the list, while Ashlesha is the earliest. Reverse means starting with the latest.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
The zodiac is divided into 27 Nakshatras starting from Ashwini. To arrange them in reverse order, we must first know their standard numerical positions.

Step 2: Standard Positions:
1. Ashlesha (A): 9th Nakshatra.
2. Purva Phalguni (C): 11th Nakshatra.
3. Hasta (E): 13th Nakshatra.
4. Swati (B): 15th Nakshatra.
5. Anuradha (D): 17th Nakshatra.

Step 3: Reversing the Set:
The standard increasing order is: A (9) $\rightarrow$ C (11) $\rightarrow$ E (13) $\rightarrow$ B (15) $\rightarrow$ D (17).
The reverse order (Vyutkrama) is: D (17) $\rightarrow$ B (15) $\rightarrow$ E (13) $\rightarrow$ C (11) $\rightarrow$ A (9).

Step 4: Final Answer:
The correct reverse sequence is D, B, E, C, A.