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In which Vedic text the term ‘Varna’ is founded referred for the first time?

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

Answer options

  1. Rig Veda
  2. Atharvaveda
  3. Samaveda
  4. Yajurveda

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Rig Veda

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Rig Veda. The term 'Varna' meaning ‘colour’ or ‘class’, is found for the first time in the Rig Veda, specifically in the Purusha Sukta (10th Mandal of Rigveda). In 10th Mandal of Rigveda and 90th no of hymn, the four Varnas are Brahmana, Kshatriya, Vaishya, and Shudra.