Which of the following Veda has considered as the basis of Indian music? |ForumIAS

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[A] Rig Veda

[B] Yajur Veda

[C] Sama Veda

[D] Atharva Veda

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation: The Sama Veda was composed in musical notes which are considered to constitute the basis of Indian music.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT