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Which Veda primarily contains ritual formulas and detailed procedures for performing sacrifices?
Question

Which Veda primarily contains ritual formulas and detailed procedures for performing sacrifices?

A.

Samaveda

B.

Yajurveda

C.

Atharvaveda

D.

Rigveda

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Yajurveda.
• Yajurveda contains ritual formulas used during sacrifices.
• It gives step-by-step procedures for performing yajnas.
• It is mainly concerned with practical ritual worship.
Information Booster:
• Yajurveda is divided into Shukla and Krishna Yajurveda.
• It is associated with Adhvaryu priests.
• Rigveda contains hymns, not rituals.
• Samaveda focuses on musical chanting.
Additional Knowledge:
• Atharvaveda deals with spells and domestic rituals.
• Yajurveda is crucial for understanding Vedic rituals.

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