Consider the following statements regarding the Vedas 1 The Rigveda is a collection of hymns mostly ...........

Ancient and Medival History Religion and Philosopjhy

Consider the following statements regarding the Vedas.

1.The Rigveda is a collection of hymns, mostly prayers to gods, for use at sacrifices.

2.The Yajurveda contains sacrificial formulae in prose and verse .

3.The Samveda is a collection of verses from Rigveda for liturgical purposes.

4.The Atharvaveda contains mainly of magical spells and charms.

Choose the correct statements

1, 2 and 3

2, 3 and 4

1, 3 and 4

1, 2, 3 and 4

1, 2, 3 and 4
Statement 1 is correct. The Rigveda is indeed a collection of hymns, mostly prayers to gods, intended for use at sacrifices.
Statement 2 is correct. The Yajurveda does contain sacrificial formulae in both prose and verse.
Statement 3 is correct. The Samaveda is essentially a collection of verses taken mainly from the Rigveda, but they are arranged for liturgical purposes, particularly for chanting during sacrifices.
Statement 4 is correct. The Atharvaveda contains mainly magical spells, incantations, and charms, and it also deals with practical aspects of life and healing.