SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 45

SSC CGL - 11 April 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q45

The Atharvaveda is a collection of ______ khandas.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 20.

  • Atharvaveda is a collection of 20 Khandas.
  • There are many mantras related to the worship of Brahma in Atharvaveda.
  • Atharvaveda is the last of the four Vedas. It is also known by other names Chanda Veda (Chhandansi), Atharvangiras, and Brahmaveda.
  • Atharvaveda has 20 Khandas, 731 Suktas and 5977 Mantras.