Correct Answer:
(D)
Philosophy
The Upanishad literature is not a religious scripture but represents a philosophy for all times and for all. The philosophy of Upanishads does not oppose any school of thought, religion or interpretation of the scriptures, but its method for explaining its concepts is unique. Upanishad means pupils sit near the teacher to learn from him about the secret doctrine.
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82
Which one of the following Vedic literature talks about salvation :
Correct Answer:
(D)
Upanishads
The word salvation or Moksha is not used in Vedas, It was firstly discussed in Upanishads. Moksha means ‘‘liberation’’. The continuous cycle of life and death is not the actual aim of the human soul. According to the Upanishads, the core of our self is not the body or the mind but the Atman (Soul).
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83
The famous dialogue between Nachiketa and Yama is mentioned in the :
Correct Answer:
(C)
Kathopanishad
Kathopanishad is the story of the conversation between Yama, Lord of death and Nachiketa, the young 12 years old boy, who left home in search of the meaning of death and beyond. This forms the subject matter of one of the Upanishads called Katha Upanishad or Kathopanishad.
Ques:
84
King Asvapati of the Upanishadic period was the ruler of:
Correct Answer:
(B)
Kekaya
The Upanishads state that some Kshatriya kings who were great scholars and philosophers also imparted knowledge to Brahmins. Some of them were- King Janak of Videha, King Pravahanjabali of Panchal, King Asvapati of Kekaya and King Ajatshatru of Kashi. Asvapati was a Kshatriya king. He was well known as a learned teacher of the age. The Kekaya kingdom was situated on the bank of river Beas, east of Gandhara kingdom. King Asvapati ruled Kekaya when Janak was the king of Videha.
Ques:
85
Which of the following is the correct order of the Vedic literature?
Correct Answer:
(A)
Vedic Samhitas, Brahmanas, Aranyakas, Upanishads
Each of the Vedas is divided into four parts (or the sections). The correct order of them is Samhitas, Brahmanas, Aranyakas and Upanishads. Samhitas and Brahmanas form the Karma- Kanda segment of the Vedas. Aranyakas and Upanishads from the Gyan-Kanda segment of the Vedas. They explicitly focus on philosophy and spirituality.
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86
Vedic river Askini is identified with which one of the following rivers?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Chenab
Vedic river Askini is identified with a present-day river named as Chenab, also popularly known as Chandrabhaga. The river Chenab originates from Tandi in Lahul Spiti where two rivulets namely Chandra and Bhaga meet to form this river.
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87
The ‘dharma’ and ‘rita’ depict a central idea of ancient Vedic civilization of India. In this context , consider the following statements :
‘Dharma’ was a conception of obligations and the discharge of one’s duties to oneself and to others.
‘Rita’ was the fundamental moral law governing the functioning of the universe and all it contained.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Both 1 and 2
Dharma and Rita in the Vedic period appear as early as the Rig Veda. Usually, Dharma signifies cosmic ordinance often in connection with the sense of natural or divine law. ‘Rita’ as such is closely related to universal harmony in which all things in the world have a proper place and function. So the term ‘Rita’ means an impersonal law, while Dharma characterizes those personal actions that engender or maintain the cosmic order. Thus, the correct answer is option (c).
Ques:
88
Who among the following Vedic deities was believed to be their priest ?
Correct Answer:
(B)
Brihaspati
Brihaspati is also known as Deva-guru (teacher or priest of Gods), is the guru of the Devas (Gods).
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89
Who among the following was a Brahmavadini who composed some hymns of the Vedas?
Correct Answer:
(A)
Lopamudra
Many hymns of the Rig Veda were composed by women and they were called Brahmavadini. The prominent amongst them were Lopamudra, Vishwawara, Sikta, Nivavari and Ghosa. Lopamudra was the wife of Agastya Rishi/sage.
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90
During the Rig Vedic period Nishka was an ornament of–
Correct Answer:
(B)
Neck
During Vedic period, the gold necklace was called as ‘Nishka’ which later transformed the way for the gold coins.