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Vedic Literature MCQs with answers and explanations for preparation of UPSC, BPSC, UPPSC and other State PSC Examinations
1. Which among the following metals is frequently mentioned in the Vedas ?
A. Iron
B. Copper
C. Gold
D. Silver
Correct Answer – (a) Iron
2. Who among the following was the author of books ‘The Arctic Home in the Vedas’ ?
A. Raja Ram Mohan Roy
B. Swami Dayanand Saraswati
C. Bal Gangadhar Tilak
D. Mahatma Gandhi
Correct Answer – C (Bal Gangadhar Tilak)
3. The Vedic literature is mainly classified into two categories – Shruti and Smriti. What is the difference between them?
1. Shruti is considered eternal whereas Smriti is subject to change.
2. Smriti philosophy stands in direct opposition to Shruti philosophy.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Correct Answer – A ( 1 Only).
4. The basic material/mantras of each of the Vedas is called ?
A. Puranas
B. Brahmanas
C. Aranyakas
D. Samhita
Correct Answer – D ( Samhita).
5. A whole separate Mandala in Rig-Veda is dedicated to who among the following ?
A. Agni
B. Soma
C. Varuna
D. Indra
Correct Answer – B ( Soma).
6. Consider the following statements:
1. Aitareya Brahmana was part of Rigveda.
2. Satapatha Brahmana was part of Atharvaveda.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 Only
C. Both 1 & 2
D. None of the above
Correct Answer – A ( 1 Only).
7. Which Veda contains the famous Gayatri Mantra ?
A. Rig Veda
B. Yajurveda
C. Sama Veda
D. Atharva Veda
Correct Answer – A ( Rig Veda ).
8. Consider the following statements about Atharva Veda :
1. It describes the early traditions of magic and cure of diseases.
2. There is no Aranyaka attached to the Atharva veda.
Select the correct code among the following :
A. 1 only
B. 2 Only
C. Both 1 & 2
D. None of the above
Correct Answer – C ( Both 1 & 2 ).
9. Consider the following statements:
1. Samkhya philosophy was Founded by Kapila.
2. Vaisheshika Philosophy was propounded by Maharishi Kanad.
Select the correct answer using the codes below :
A. 1 only
B. 2 Only
C. Both 1 & 2
D. None of the above
Correct Answer – C ( Both 1 & 2 )
10. Origin of Indian classical music can be traced to which veda ?
A. Rig Veda
B. Yajurveda
C. Sama Veda
D. Atharva Veda
Correct Answer – C ( Sama Veda ).
11. Which among the following are also known as Vedanta ?
A. Upanishads
B. Purana
C. Up-vedas
D. Epics
Correct Answer – A ( Upanishads ).
12. Which of the following Vedic deities is not mentioned in the Boghazkoi inscription?
A. Indra
B. Agni
C. Mitra
D. Varun
Correct Answer – B (Agni)
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