Q. The Upanishads are collectively known as
(a) Vedangas
(b) Vedanta
(c) Sruti
(d) Smriti
Ans: (c) Sruti
Explanation: The Upanishads are collectively known as (c) Sruti. The term “Sruti” refers to the body of sacred texts in Hinduism that are considered to be revealed and heard by sages or seers. The Upanishads are a part of the Sruti literature and are considered one of the most important philosophical and spiritual texts in Hindu philosophy. They form the concluding portions of the Vedic scriptures and are often referred to as the philosophical culmination or essence (Vedanta) of the Vedas.
