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Question

The name "Aghanya" mentioned in many passages of the Rig Veda refers to:

  1. Priest
  2. Women
  3. Cows
  4. Brahmanas

Answer:

Option C: Cows

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Cows”.

In the Rig Veda, the term "Aghanya" is used to denote cows, which were considered sacred and valuable in Vedic society. The term signifies that cows are to be protected and revered, as they were crucial for agrarian and pastoral life.