Vedic Literature Structure
Matching the Four Vedas with their Primary Themes
Atharvaveda deals with medicine, Rig Veda with hymns to gods, Yajurveda with ritual sacrifices, and Samaveda with musical chants.
Primary Reference: NCERT Class 6 - Our Pasts I
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Exam Year
1999
Evidence Source
Link ↗Match list-I with list-II:List-I List-II A. Atharvaveda 1. God Grace B. Rig Veda 2. Sacrifice Process C. Yajurveda 3. Medicine D. Samaveda 4. Music
| List-I | List-II |
|---|---|
| A. Atharvaveda | 1. God Grace |
| B. Rig Veda | 2. Sacrifice Process |
| C. Yajurveda | 3. Medicine |
| D. Samaveda | 4. Music |
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Detailed Solution & Historical Context
Concept
The four Vedas represent the complete intellectual and spiritual repertoire of the Indo-Aryans, each with a specialized functional domain.
Authentic Source Evidence
Rig Veda (Earliest hymns in praise of gods), Samaveda (Words set to melodies), Yajurveda (Manual for sacrificial procedures), Atharvaveda (Practical knowledge including medicine and spells).
Analytical Breakdown
Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic
"Why is the Samaveda called the origin of Indian classical music?"
It provides the earliest systematic use of seven musical notes (Swara) applied to Rigvedic verses.
Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip
"Understanding the functional specialization of each Veda is essential for comprehending the organizational complexity of ancient Vedic society."
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