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Grains such as rice (vrihi), barley (yava) and wheat (godhuma) are described in which Veda?

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The Yajurveda describes grains including vrihi, yava and godhuma in the context of the expanding agrarian economy of the Later Vedic period. The Samaveda is primarily liturgical music, while the Rigveda reflects the earlier pastoral setting more strongly.

AYajurveda
BAtharvaveda
CRigveda
DSamaveda
Correct Answer: YajurvedaYour Answer: A

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The Yajurveda describes grains including vrihi, yava and godhuma in the context of the expanding agrarian economy of the Later Vedic period. The Samaveda is primarily liturgical music, while the Rigveda reflects the earlier pastoral setting more strongly.

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