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The Vajapeya sacrifice lays down some rituals. Consider the following about it with refence to the early Vedic period.

These rituals are to be followed in chariot races.
The Vajapeya was the most important political ritual of the time, even greater than the Rajasuya.
Under the sacrifice, oblations were offered by the king to the Ratnins who were the important courtiers and officials.

Select the correct answer using the codes below.

1&2 only

2&3 only

1&3 only

All of the above

Under the Vajapeya sacrifice, the king was expected to win the chariot race and was then proclaimed and installed to the high office.

It is however important to note that in the Vedic period the Väjapeya was of lesser political importance than the Rajasuya.
In the later Vedic period the Väjapeya however obtained the higher rank than the Rajasuya because it was believed that by performing the former, one secures the imperial position,while by performing the latter, one attains to mere royalty.
Another important feature of the sacrifice was the Ratnin oblations, which were offered by the king to the Ratnins, (important courtiers and officials) by repairing to their houses.
In the epic period, the royal oath formed an important part in the coronation ceremony. Hence only statements 1&3 are correct.