SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 34

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q34

The Rig Veda is a collection of________hymns.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 1028.

The Rig Veda is a compilation of ancient hymns.

These hymns, known as Sukta, are composed in Vedic Sanskrit and are dedicated to various deities, natural elements, and cosmic principles.

Considered the oldest scripture in Hinduism, the Rig Veda consists of 1,028 hymns spread across ten mandalas or books.

Each hymn reflects the spiritual and philosophical insights of ancient sages and poets, offering profound wisdom and guidance on ritual practices, cosmology, and ethical principles in Vedic culture.