Why is the Atharva Veda often omitted from the 'Trayi'?

Because it deals with mundane life, folk traditions, and healing rather than the high ritual liturgy of the first three Vedas.

Vedic Canon

UPSC Archival Analysis

'Trayi' refers to the first three Vedas—Rig Veda, Yajur Veda, and Sama Veda—collectively known as the Triple Knowledge.

Exam Year

2010

Evidence Source

ID: HIS_ANC_2010_66 Ref: A.S. Altekar, State and Government in Ancient India