Q. Consider the following statements regarding rig veda:
1.It is a collection of 1,028 hymns, divided into 10 Mandals (books).
2.Rig Veda has been included by the UNESCO in the list of literature signifying World Human Heritage.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: The Rig Veda is a collection of 1,028 hymns, divided into 10 Mandals (books).

  • They are the earliest compositions and hence, they depict the life of the Early Vedic people in India.
  • Recently, the Rig Veda has been included by the UNESCO in the list of literature signifying World Human Heritage.

Source: Poonam Dahiya

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