Multiple choice

Which metal was first used by the Vedic people?

  1. Silver

  2. Gold

  3. Iron

  4. Copper
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Vedic people, specifically during the Later Vedic period, discovered and began using iron, which they referred to as 'Shyama Ayas' or 'Krishna Ayas'. This allowed for clearing dense forests and expanding agriculture.

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