Vedic Deities
UPSC Archival Analysis
Exam Year
2011
Evidence Source
LinkID: HIS_ANC_2011_61 Ref: A.L. Basham, The Wonder That Was India
Who among the following is regarded as War-God in the Rig Veda?
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Correct Option: B
Indra is regarded as the War-God in the Rig Veda. He is often called 'Purandara' (Breaker of Forts) and is the most celebrated deity in the text.