Question 1

The religion of early Vedic Aryans was primarily of

Accepted Answer

In ancient times, the religion followed by early Vedic Aryans predominantly involved the worship of nature and the performance of Yajnas.

Question 2

The 'Dharma' and 'Rita' depict a central Idea of ancient Vedic civilization of India. In this context, consider the following statements: 1. Dharma was a conception of obligations and of the discharge of one's duties to oneself and to others. 2. Rita was the fundamental moral law governing the functioning of the universe and all it contained. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

In ancient Vedic civilization of India, the concepts of 'Dharma' and 'Rita' were central. 'Dharma' focused on fulfilling obligations and duties towards oneself and others, while 'Rita' governed the moral law that influenced the entire universe. Both statements are correct, as 'Rita' was associated with the regulation and order by nature, governing the behavior of Vedic Gods and Humans. Over time, 'Rita' evolved into 'Dharma' as a more refined set of legal principles.

Question 3

Who among the following was a Brahmavadini who composed some hymns of the Vedas?

Accepted Answer

In ancient history, a Brahmavadini who composed hymns of the Vedas was Lopamudra. Other notable Brahmavadini include Vishwawara, Sikta, Nivavari, Ghosha, and Maitreyi.

Question 4

With reference to the history of India, the terms 'kulyavapa' and 'dronavapa' denote

Accepted Answer

During the Gupta Age in India, the terms 'kulyavapa' and 'dronavapa' were used to refer to the measurement of land. These terms were mentioned in various inscriptions, along with other terms like Adhavapa and Pataka from Bengal, Nivartana and Hhumi from central India, and Nivartana and Padavarta from western India. This topic is not commonly covered in standard textbooks like NCERT or Tamil Nadu textbooks, making it a challenging subject to study.

Question 5

The famous dialogue between Nachiketa and Yama is mentioned in the:

Accepted Answer

In the ancient text called Kathopanishad, the dialogue between Nachiketa and Yama, the God of death, is famously mentioned. Nachiketa, a seeker, engages in a conversation with Yama, who is portrayed as a wise teacher with deep knowledge.

Vedic Period — UPSC Previous Year Questions

The religion of early Vedic Aryans was primarily of

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Vedic Period — UPSC Previous Year Questions

The religion of early Vedic Aryans was primarily of

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