Which 'Jana' ruled Vedic Period Uttarakhand ?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Tritsu.

The Tritsu tribe was one of the prominent tribes mentioned in the Rigveda and played a significant role during the Vedic Period in the region that includes present-day Uttarakhand. They were associated with the Saraswati and Yamuna river regions and were considered an influential "Jana" (tribe) during that era.

Key Points:

1. Rigvedic Significance:

• The Tritsu tribe is mentioned as followers of Indra, who helped them in battles, including the famous Dashrajna Yuddha (Battle of Ten Kings).

• The Tritsu were aligned with the Bharata tribe and were led by King Sudas, who emerged victorious in the Dashrajna Yuddha.

2. Location in Uttarakhand:

• Uttarakhand's Vedic period culture was influenced by such tribes residing in the Himalayan regions and practicing Vedic rituals and traditions.

Other Tribes:

• Puru: A tribe mentioned in the Rigveda, but they were primarily located in the northwestern regions of India, closer to Punjab.

• Panchal: Associated with the regions near present-day Uttar Pradesh during later Vedic times.

• Aja: Another Vedic tribe, but not prominently linked to the Uttarakhand region.