Question

Arrange the following Ritus (Seasons) in their correct sequential order starting from the month of Chaitra (the beginning of the lunar year):
A. Grishma (Summer)
B. Sharad (Autumn)
C. Vasanta (Spring)
D. Hemanta (Pre-winter)
E. Varsha (Monsoon)

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

Hint:

Use the mnemonic: Very Good Vision Shows Happiness (Vasanta, Grishma, Varsha, Sharad, Hemanta). Chaitra is always the start of Spring (Vasanta).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
In the Indian calendar, a year (Varsha) is divided into six seasons (Ritus). Each Ritu typically lasts for two months. The sequence is determined by the Sun's entry into specific zodiac signs (Sankranti) or by the lunar months.

Step 2: Detailed Sequential List:
Starting from the month of Chaitra (Spring Equinox period), the order is:
1. Vasanta (Spring): Months of Chaitra and Vaishakha. (Code: C)
2. Grishma (Summer): Months of Jyeshtha and Ashadha. (Code: A)
3. Varsha (Monsoon): Months of Shravana and Bhadrapada. (Code: E)
4. Sharad (Autumn): Months of Ashvina and Kartika. (Code: B)
5. Hemanta (Pre-winter): Months of Margashirsha and Pausha. (Code: D)
6. Shishira (Winter): Months of Magha and Phalguna. (Not listed in options).

Step 3: Verification with Options:
The required sequence is: C (Vasanta) $\rightarrow$ A (Grishma) $\rightarrow$ E (Varsha) $\rightarrow$ B (Sharad) $\rightarrow$ D (Hemanta).
- Option (B) provides exactly this sequence: C, A, E, B, D.

Step 4: Final Answer:
The correct chronological order of seasons starting from the month of Chaitra is Vasanta, Grishma, Varsha, Sharad, and Hemanta.