Descriptive Archaeoastronomy and Ancient Indian Chronology

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Focusing on the intersection of astronomy and ancient Indian texts, this book explores the fundamentals of descriptive archaeoastronomy to analyze astronomical descriptions in scriptures like the Vedas and Puranas. It employs archaeoastronomical techniques to date significant events, such as the Mahabharata War, and establishes a chronology of ancient India. The findings are compared with archaeological and geological data, offering insights into the protohistory of this ancient civilization, making it a compelling read for those intrigued by India's astronomical heritage.