Q. The term Dasarajna Yuddha (Battle of 10 Kings) is a significant event in the Rig Vedic period. Which of the following statements correctly relate to this conflict?
1.It was fought on the banks of the river Purushani, which is known as the Chenab in modern times.
2.The conflict was between King Sudas of the Bharata tribe and a confederacy of ten other tribes, comprising both Aryans and Non-Aryans.
3.The Dasa ruler Shambara was the first prominent winner mentioned in the Rigveda, defeating King Divodasa of the Bharata tribe.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Correct Answer: (b) Explanation:
- Statement 1: Incorrect. The battle was fought on the banks of the river Purushani , which is known as the Ravi in modern times. The modern name of Chenab is Akshini.
- Statement 2: Correct. It was fought between Sudas (Bharata tribe and Trutsu family) and 10 other Tribes (5 Aryans + 5 Non-Aryans Tribes).
- Statement 3: Incorrect. The Bharata King Divodasa was the winner against the Dasa ruler Shambara.
