Q. Which of the following characterizes/characterize the Vedangas?
1.Shiksha deals with phonetics and proper pronunciation of Vedic mantras.
2.Nirukta focuses on etymology and the origin of Vedic words.
3.Kalpa deals with grammar and linguistic rules of Vedic Sanskrit.
Select the correct statement/statements using the codes given below:
Answer: A
Notes:
Correct Answer:
- Statement 1 is correct: Shiksha is the Vedanga dedicated to phonetics, accentuation, and proper vocalization of Vedic texts.
- Statement 2 is correct: Nirukta (composed by Yaska) is the science of etymology, explaining difficult and obscure words found in the Vedas.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Kalpa deals with ritual procedures, duties, and sacrificial rules. Grammar (Vyakarana) is the Vedanga that deals with linguistic structure and grammar rules (exemplified by Panini’s Astadhyayi).
