What is the apparent motion of Polaris?

Polaris, also known as the North Star, appears to remain almost stationary in the night sky while other stars appear to move around it. This is due to its position nearly aligned with the Earth's rotational axis, making it the pivot point for the circumpolar stars in the northern hemisphere. As the Earth rotates, stars rise and set, but Polaris stays in roughly the same spot, providing a reliable reference for navigation. Its apparent motion is primarily a result of the Earth's rotation rather than its own movement.