Which Veda contains the maximum number of verses?

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  1. Rig Veda
  2. Atharva Veda
  3. Sama Veda
  4. Yajur Veda

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Option 1 : Rig Veda
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The correct answer is "Rig Veda".

Key Points

  • Rig Veda is the oldest form of Veda. 
  • It is the oldest known Vedic Sanskrit text.
  • 'Rigveda' means praise knowledge.
  • It has 10600 verses, and 1028 hymns called 'Suktas'.
  • It also has a collection of 10 books known as 'Mandalas'.

Additional Information

  • There are four Vedas in Sanskrit:
    • Rigveda
    • Samaveda
    • Yajurveda
    • Atharvaveda
  • Samaveda - It is called the Veda of melodies and chants. There are two Upanishads in Samaveda. This Veda is considered the root of Indian classical dance and music.
  • Yajurveda - This means worship knowledge. It has two types- Krishna and Shukla. It contains ritual-performing mantras.
  • Atharvaveda - This Veda contains daily life routines. It is called as Veda of magical formulas. This contains three primary Upanishads.
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