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The Upanishads were complied around:

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

Answer options

  1. 600 BC
  2. 800 BC
  3. 1000 BC
  4. 1600-600 BC

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 600 BC

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A. 600 BC šŸ“š Explanation: The primary period for the composition of the major Upanishads was between 800 BCE and 500 BCE. They mark the end of the Vedic period and focus on spiritual philosophy and the nature of reality. Among the options provided, 600 BC is the closest representative date for the finalization of these texts. They form the core of Hindu philosophical thought known as Vedanta.