HISTORY
MISCELLENOUS QUESTIONS
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Atharva Veda
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Sama Veda
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Rig Veda
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Yajur Veda
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Detailed explanation-1: -Detailed Solution. Rituals like rajasuya, vajapeya, and ashvamedha became widespread in the later Vedic Period . The oldest text of the Vedic Period was Rig Veda.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Yajur Veda (also known as “Worship Knowledge” or “Ritual Knowledge") is a collection of recitations, ritual worship formulas, mantras, and chants used in worship ceremonies.
Detailed explanation-3: -Rajasuya ( royal consecration and king conferred supreme power ) Vajapeya (chariot race to win against all kinsmen)
Detailed explanation-4: -It is mentioned in the Mahabharata in depth. After the return of the king’s soldiers from a good war operation, Rajasuya, like the Ashwamedha, will take place. After defeating the kings of other kingdoms and receiving homage from them the general will invite the conquered kings to attend the ceremony of sacrifice.
Detailed explanation-5: -Sacrifices were Rajasuya (consecration ceremony), Vajapeya (chariot race) and Ashwamedha (horse sacrifice). The Sabhas and Samitis diminished in importance.