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The Rig Veda is divided into ______ books or mandalas.
1. 12
2. 34
3. 8
4. 10

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Correct Answer - Option 4 : 10

The correct answer is 10.

 

  • The Rigveda is divided into 10 mandalas (books).
  • The first and tenth Mandalas are the youngest and the longest.
  • The Gayatri mantra is in Rig Veda is taken ffrom Mandala 3.
  • Mandala 9 is completely devoted to Soma.
  • The 10th mandala contains the Purusha Sukta which explains the 4 Varnas that were born from the Mouth, arms, thighs, and feet of the Brahma or Purusha.
  • Nasadiya Sukta which talks about the origin of the Universe is in the 10th Mandala

  • Vedas are supposed to be the first religious text of the Hindu religion. 
  • Veda means knowledge.
  • There are four Vedas namely,
    • Rig Veda - Oldest and most important Veda, contains the knowledge of chemistry and medical science.
    • Yajur Veda - Only Veda, which is divided into two parts (i.e. Krishna Yajur Veda and Shukla Yajur Veda), contains the knowledge of all sacrificial formula and weapons. 
    • Sam Veda - It is the Origin of Indian classical music.
    • Atharva Veda - It contains the knowledge of Ayurveda, also charms and spells hence it is known as black Veda.

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