Multiple choice

Which of these does not describe Vedas

  1. Passed down orally by priestly class

  2. Called for sacrifice of cows and other animals

  3. Religious hymns telling story of creation

  4. All people were "varnas," calling for equality
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Vedas were associated with the caste system (varna), which established social hierarchy rather than equality.

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