Q. The ceremonies of rajasuya and vajpeya are mentioned in which text?
(a) Rig Veda
(b) Sama Veda
(c) Yajur Veda
(d) Atharva Veda
Ans: (c) Yajur Veda
Explanation: The correct answer is (c) Yajur Veda.
The ceremonies of Rajasuya and Vajpeya are mentioned in the Yajur Veda. The Yajur Veda is one of the four Vedas, the sacred texts of ancient Indian scriptures. It primarily deals with rituals and ceremonial practices, providing guidance for priests in performing various sacrifices and rituals.
The Rajasuya and Vajpeya are two important royal consecration ceremonies described in the Yajur Veda. The Rajasuya ceremony is a complex ritual performed by a king to assert his sovereignty and establish his supremacy. It involves various offerings, sacrifices, and symbolic acts. The Vajpeya ceremony is a ritual where the king is offered a special soma drink as part of his consecration and elevation to a higher status.
Both these ceremonies are significant in understanding the religious and political aspects of ancient Indian society during the Vedic period.
