How did the Rig Veda survive without a script for centuries?

It was preserved through a sophisticated oral tradition involving precise mnemonic techniques (Pathas) to ensure zero phonetic corruption.

Ancient Indian Paleography

UPSC Archival Analysis

The fundamental script used for the earliest written records of the Rig Veda was Brahmi. It was deciphered by James Prinsep in 1837.

Exam Year

2004

Evidence Source

ID: HIS_ANC_2004_101 Ref: Upinder Singh, A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India