Which among the following statements is are true in regard to Rig Veda 1 The Rig veda is the earlies...........

Ancient and Medival History Pre Mauryan Period

Which among the following statements is/are true in regard to Rig Veda:

1) The Rig veda is the earliest text of the Indo-European languages. It is a collection of prayers offered to Agni, Indra, Mitra, Varuna and other gods by various families of poets or sages.

2) The Rig veda has many things common with the Avesta, which is the oldest text in the Iranian language

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both

None

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Explanation:

Both the given statements are correct and self-explanatory.
The Rig veda has many things common with the Avesta, which is the oldest text in the Iranian language. The two texts use the same names for several gods and even for social classes.