The constellation Ursa Major is also known as:

Correct option is A

Correct Answer: (A) Big Bear
Explanation:
→ Ursa Major is a prominent constellation visible in the northern hemisphere.
→ The Latin term Ursa means bear, hence it is known as the Big Bear.
→ It contains the well-known group of stars called the Big Dipper or Saptarishi.
→ The constellation is used to locate the Pole Star (Polaris).
→ Therefore, option (A) is correct.
Information Booster:
→ Ursa Major has been known since ancient times.
→ In Indian astronomy, it is called Saptarishi Mandal.
→ It plays an important role in navigation.
→ It appears to rotate around the Pole Star.
→ Constellations are groups of stars forming recognizable patterns.