Q. Consider the following statements regarding “rig vedic religion”:
1.There was neither temple nor idol worship in the Early Vedic age.
2.The Rig Veda reflects naturalistic polytheism.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: There was neither temple nor idol worship in the Early Vedic age.
- The Rig Veda reflects naturalistic polytheism (like primitive animism) as they venerated natural forces like the wind, rain, water, thunder, etc. Very few temple divinities were venerated.
- They generally worshipped in the open air through yajnas.
Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT
