Question

Aranyani, Goddess of the forest, is first mentioned in the

A Rik Samhita
B Atharva Veda
C Aranyaka texts
D Upanishadic text

Answer & Explanation

Answer: [A]

Aranyani has the distinction of having one of the most descriptive hymns in the Rigveda dedicated to her. The Aranyani Suktam (Hymn 146 in the 10th mandala of the Rigveda) describes her as being elusive, fond of quiet glades in the jungle, and fearless of remote places.

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