Vadic Period


  1. Which river has not been mentioned in Rigveda?









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    The Sapta Sindhu (seven rivers) plays a prominent part in the hymns of the Rigveda. The Rigveda mentions river Kabul, Swat, Kurram, Gumal, Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, etc. which proves that the settlements were in Afghanistan and Punjab as well.
    The river Tapti is not mentioned in Rigveda.

    Correct Option: D

    The Sapta Sindhu (seven rivers) plays a prominent part in the hymns of the Rigveda. The Rigveda mentions river Kabul, Swat, Kurram, Gumal, Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, etc. which proves that the settlements were in Afghanistan and Punjab as well.
    The river Tapti is not mentioned in Rigveda.


  1. Who is the most important God in Rigaveda?









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    Indra was the most important divinity and was lord of war. 250 hymns have been devoted to only Indra in Rigveda, which is highest for any of the Gods. His other names are: Car-warrior (Rathestha); A winner (Jitendra) and Soma Drinker (Somapa). Indra is mentioned as son of Dyaus. He killed a demon Vritra, so he is known as Vritrahan. He destroyed the forests so also known as Purandhar. He held the thunderbolt (Vajra) with which he destroyed the enemies.

    Correct Option: B

    Indra was the most important divinity and was lord of war. 250 hymns have been devoted to only Indra in Rigveda, which is highest for any of the Gods. His other names are: Car-warrior (Rathestha); A winner (Jitendra) and Soma Drinker (Somapa). Indra is mentioned as son of Dyaus. He killed a demon Vritra, so he is known as Vritrahan. He destroyed the forests so also known as Purandhar. He held the thunderbolt (Vajra) with which he destroyed the enemies.



  1. The staple food of the Vedic Aryan was :









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    The staple diet of the people was milk, ghee (clarified butter), vegetables, fruit and barley. On special occasions like a religious feast or the arrival of a guest, a more elaborate meal was organized Meats from the ox, goat and sheep were served along with intoxicating drinks, like Sura and Madhu.

    Correct Option: D

    The staple diet of the people was milk, ghee (clarified butter), vegetables, fruit and barley. On special occasions like a religious feast or the arrival of a guest, a more elaborate meal was organized Meats from the ox, goat and sheep were served along with intoxicating drinks, like Sura and Madhu.


  1. The word 'Aryan' denotes :









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    Superior race.

    Correct Option: D

    Superior race.



  1. Who was the founder of Vedic culture?









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    The Aryans were the founder of Vadic culture. The Aryans entered India through the Khyber pass, Around 1500 BC. They adopted the settled agricultural lifestyle of their predecessors and established small agrarian communities across the state of Punjab. The Aryans are believed to have brought with them the horse, developed the Sanskrit language and made significant inroads into the religion and culture of that time.

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    The Aryans were the founder of Vadic culture. The Aryans entered India through the Khyber pass, Around 1500 BC. They adopted the settled agricultural lifestyle of their predecessors and established small agrarian communities across the state of Punjab. The Aryans are believed to have brought with them the horse, developed the Sanskrit language and made significant inroads into the religion and culture of that time.