Q. With reference to the religious developments in the Later Vedic period, consider the following statements:
1.Vishnu and Rudra became more prominent deities in the Later Vedic texts compared to their minor roles in the Rigveda.
2.The concept of avataras (incarnations) of Vishnu is frequently mentioned in the Later Vedic literature.
3.The Upanishads criticized the excessive ritualism of yajnas and introduced philosophical ideas like karma and moksha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation:
- Vishnu and Rudra, who had minor roles in the Rigveda, gained greater prominence in the Later Vedic phase.
- The concept of avataras of Vishnu does not appear in the Later Vedic texts; it develops much later.
- The Upanishads emerged in response to ritual excesses and emphasized karma, transmigration of the soul, and moksha (liberation), marking a shift toward spiritual introspection.
Source- NCERT and Ancient India – NCERT (R.S.Sharma)
