Consider the following statements about the 'Gayatri Mantra'
1. It was composed by sage Vasista
2. It finds mention in the book 3 of rig veda
3. It is attributed to the Sun god
Which of the above statements is / are correct?

1 only

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1 and 2

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2 and 3

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1,2 and 3

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Solution

The correct option is C 2 and 3
Gayatri Mantra was composed by Vishvamitra.
The Gāyatrī Mantra is a highly revered mantra from the Rig Veda.The Gāyatrī mantra is dedicated to Savitṛ, a Vedic Sun deity.

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