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During which period did the Vedic age occur?
During which period did the Vedic age occur?
- Classical Age
- Bronze Age
- Iron Age (correct)
- Stone Age
What are the sacred texts associated with the Vedic age called?
What are the sacred texts associated with the Vedic age called?
- Bhagavad Gita
- Vedas (correct)
- Upanishads
- Puranas
Which river valley was the center of the Vedic civilization?
Which river valley was the center of the Vedic civilization?
- Tigris-Euphrates River Valley
- Indus River Valley (correct)
- Nile River Valley
- Yellow River Valley
What is the time period of the Vedic age?
What is the time period of the Vedic age?
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What language were the Vedic texts composed in?
What language were the Vedic texts composed in?
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Which of the following is a key feature of the Vedic society?
Which of the following is a key feature of the Vedic society?
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Study Notes
Vedic Age Overview
- The Vedic age occurred in ancient India, marked by significant cultural and religious developments.
- It is commonly dated from around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE.
Sacred Texts
- The sacred texts associated with the Vedic age are known as the Vedas.
- These texts are foundational to Hindu philosophy and spiritual practices.
Geographic Center
- The Vedic civilization primarily emerged in the river valleys of the Punjab region, specifically around the Indus and Ganges rivers.
Language
- Vedic texts were composed in Vedic Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language.
Features of Vedic Society
- A key feature of Vedic society is the stratification of social classes, leading to the development of the Varna system which categorized society into four main groups: Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras.
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Test your knowledge of the Vedic age with this quiz. Discover the period in which the Vedic age occurred, learn about the sacred texts associated with it, and find out which river valley was the center of the Vedic civilization.
