Which of the following books deals with hymns of praise?

Samaveda

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Yajurveda

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Rigveda

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Atharvaveda

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Solution

The correct option is C Rigveda
The Rigveda is the most ancient work of Indian literature. It deals with hymns of praise for recitation. It also describes the political, social, and religious matters of the Aryans residing in the Saptsindhu region.

The Samveda focuses on the chanting of these verses; the Yajurveda explains how to perform religious rituals; the Atharvaveda describes various incantations and rituals.

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Rig Veda	Rituals for the yajnas
Sama Veda	Praise of gods
Yajur Veda	Charms and spells to ward off evil spirits
Atharva Veda	Vedas of chants

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