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Which Veda is associated with fewer Aranyakas and Upanishads compared to the Rigveda but contains philosophical reflections?
Which Veda is associated with fewer Aranyakas and Upanishads compared to the Rigveda but contains philosophical reflections?
- Krishna Yajurveda
- Samaveda (correct)
- Atharvaveda
- Yajurveda
Which branch of Yajurveda is associated with the Shatapatha Brahmana?
Which branch of Yajurveda is associated with the Shatapatha Brahmana?
- Maitrayani Samhita
- Krishna Yajurveda
- Taittiriya Samhita
- Shukla Yajurveda (correct)
Which Veda consists of hymns dealing with everyday aspects of life, including healing, magic, charms, and prayers for prosperity?
Which Veda consists of hymns dealing with everyday aspects of life, including healing, magic, charms, and prayers for prosperity?
- Yajurveda
- Rigveda
- Atharvaveda (correct)
- Samaveda
What do the Brahmanas associated with the Atharvaveda focus on?
What do the Brahmanas associated with the Atharvaveda focus on?
Which aspect do the Upanishads explore in the Vedas?
Which aspect do the Upanishads explore in the Vedas?
Which Veda is considered the oldest and most significant in Hinduism?
Which Veda is considered the oldest and most significant in Hinduism?
What is the main focus of the Upanishads in Hindu philosophy?
What is the main focus of the Upanishads in Hindu philosophy?
Which part of the Rigveda provides explanations and rituals associated with the hymns?
Which part of the Rigveda provides explanations and rituals associated with the hymns?
What does the term 'Vedanta' refer to in Hinduism?
What does the term 'Vedanta' refer to in Hinduism?
What distinguishes the Samaveda Samhita from the Rigveda Samhita?
What distinguishes the Samaveda Samhita from the Rigveda Samhita?