WBCS.LIVE practice question

Consider the following statements in the context of the Vedas. 1. The Vedas are called Shruti. 2. The Rigveda consists of the Mandalas.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Only 1
  2. Only 2
  3. Neither 1 nor 2
  4. Both 1 and 2

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Both 1 and 2

Explanation: The correct answer is D. Both 1 and 2. Shruti means ‘that which is heard.’ The Vedas are considered Shruti literature, meaning they were revealed to sages (Rishis) through deep meditation and passed down orally across generations. The Rigveda is the oldest of the four Vedas and contains 1,028 hymns (suktas). These hymns are grouped into 10 Mandalas (books).