Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Vedas”:
1.The language of the Vedas is described as Vedic Sanskrit.
2.The Vedic texts were memorized and orally transmitted by Brahmins from generation to generation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: The Vedas (Vid = to know, Vidya) are one of the earliest known texts to have been composed in India.

  • The language of the Vedas is described as Vedic Sanskrit. The Vedas are four: Rig is the oldest and the others being Yajur, Sama and Atharva.
  • The Vedic texts were memorized and orally transmitted by Brahmins from generation to generation.
  • They were written down in the later period, after the introduction of writing.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT