SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 63

SSC MTS - 01/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • General Awareness • Q63

Who among the following was the most important god of the Aryans?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is  option 3  i.e.  Indra.

The most important god of the Aryans was Indra.

In the Vedic period, the Aryans worshipped a number of deities representing natural forces, but Indra was considered the most important among them. He was the god of thunder, rain, and war, and held a central position in the Rigveda, where he is mentioned more than any other deity. Indra was believed to have immense power and was celebrated for his victory over the demon Vritra, who blocked the rivers. This made him a symbol of strength, protection, and prosperity. His role in controlling rain and storms was crucial for agriculture, making him highly revered by the early Aryan settlers.