The Rig Veda describes the Rigvedic people as 'Aryas', distinguishing them from 'Dasyus', implying a cultural identity. The linguistic and religious similarities between the Rig Veda and the Avesta are well-established, pointing to a common Indo-Iranian origin. The goddess Saraswati is highly praised in the Rig Veda and referred to as 'naditama' (best of rivers).
Consider the following statements regarding the Rig Veda. 1. It mentions the Aryans as a cultural community. 2. It has many commonalities with Avesta. 3. It mentions Saraswati as naditarna. 4. It indicates that the dasyus kept cattle for dairy products. Which of the following are correct?
Asked in OPSC CS Prelims 2022 · Topic: Vedic Age (Sources of the Vedic Age (Vedas, Brahmanas, Aranyakas, Upanishads))
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