UPSC Exam  >  CSAT Preparation  >  Flashcards: Calendar
Calendar
76 Flashcards
Start
Start
Flashcards: Calendar Flashcard | CSAT Preparation - UPSC
76 Flashcards
205 videos|264 docs|136 tests

FAQs on Flashcards: Calendar Flashcard - CSAT Preparation - UPSC

1. What is the significance of a calendar in daily life?
Ans.A calendar helps people organize their time by tracking days, weeks, and months. It assists in planning events, setting appointments, and managing schedules, which is essential for personal and professional life.
2. How do different cultures view and use calendars?
Ans.Different cultures have unique calendars based on their historical and astronomical observations. For instance, the Gregorian calendar is widely used in the West, while the Lunar calendar is significant in many Asian cultures. Each calendar reflects cultural traditions and practices.
3. What are the main types of calendars used around the world?
Ans.The main types of calendars include the Gregorian calendar, which is solar-based; the Lunar calendar, which is based on moon cycles; and lunisolar calendars, which incorporate elements of both. Each type serves specific cultural and religious needs.
4. How do leap years work in a calendar system?
Ans.A leap year occurs every four years in the Gregorian calendar to add an extra day (February 29) to keep the calendar year synchronized with the astronomical year. However, years divisible by 100 are not leap years unless they are also divisible by 400.
5. What are some common ways to celebrate New Year's across different calendars?
Ans.New Year celebrations vary widely, such as the Gregorian New Year celebrated on January 1st with parties and fireworks, the Lunar New Year with family gatherings and feasts, and Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, marked by reflection and prayer.
Related Searches

video lectures

,

Flashcards: Calendar Flashcard | CSAT Preparation - UPSC

,

Sample Paper

,

Semester Notes

,

Exam

,

mock tests for examination

,

Important questions

,

MCQs

,

Extra Questions

,

Flashcards: Calendar Flashcard | CSAT Preparation - UPSC

,

ppt

,

past year papers

,

practice quizzes

,

Objective type Questions

,

Previous Year Questions with Solutions

,

pdf

,

Viva Questions

,

shortcuts and tricks

,

study material

,

Free

,

Flashcards: Calendar Flashcard | CSAT Preparation - UPSC

,

Summary

;