MCQ Single Best Answer Not Set

Qhow many Vedas are there?

ID: #925 Vedic period 782 views
Question Info
#925Q ID
Not SetDifficulty
Vedic periodTopic

Choose the Best Option

Click any option to instantly check if you're correct.

  • A 6
  • B 4
  • C 10
  • D 5
Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

There are four Vedas: the Rigveda, the Yajurveda, the Samaveda and the Atharvaveda. Each Veda has been subclassified into four major text types - the Samhitas (mantras and benedictions), the Aranyakas (text on rituals, ceremonies, sacrifices, and symbolic-sacrifices), the Brahmanas (commentaries on rituals, ceremonies, and sacrifices), and the Upanishads (texts discussing meditation, philosophy and spiritual knowledge). Some scholars add a fifth category – the Upasanas (worship).

Share This Question

Challenge a friend or share with your study group.