Cattle were central to the economy and social status of the Rig Vedic people, serving as wealth, source of food, and sacrificial offerings. Prayer for progeny ensured the continuity of the lineage and strength of the family/tribe.
Consider the following statements regarding Rig Veda. 1. The term gau (cow) has been mentioned maximum number of times and no other animal is mentioned so frequently. 2. Vedic people frequently pray for praja (children) and pasu (cattle). Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 1 2024 · Topic: Vedic Age (Early Vedic Period (Rig Vedic): Society, Polity, Economy, Religion)
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