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  • What is the literal meaning of Rig Veda?
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What is the literal meaning of Rig Veda?

  1. The canon of chants

  2. The canon of charms

  3. The canon of stanzas

  4. The canon of formulae

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Explanation

The word Rig Veda is derived from 'ric', meaning praise or verse, and 'veda', meaning knowledge. It is essentially a collection of hymns or chants.

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