Question

What does the Yajur Veda contain?
A) Only hymns
B) Spells and charms
C) Hymns and rituals
D) Commentaries on society

Answer 1

Hint: The YAJURVEDA, which is formed from the words yaj, which means sacrifice or worship, and vid, which means to know, is the Knowledge of Sacrifice or Sacrificial Texts and Formulas, as opposed to the Rigveda, which is the Knowledge of Recited Praise.

Complete answer:
Let us analyze the given options:
Option A) Only hymns: This option is not correct because Yajur veda does not contain only hymns, it consists of hymns and rituals both.
Option B) Spells and charms: This option is incorrect because many of the charms, magic spells, and incantations found in the Atharvaveda Samhita were supposed to be recited by the individual seeking benefit, or more often by a sorcerer acting on his or her behalf.
Option C) Hymns and rituals: This option is correct because Yajurveda is the collection of sacrificial prayer, and "Yajus" means "sacrificial formula." It contains the Yajnas' ceremonies and chants. The Yajur Veda (also known as "Worship Knowledge" or "Ritual Knowledge") is a collection of recitations, ritual worship formulas, mantras, and chants used in worship ceremonies.
Option D) Commentaries on society: This option is incorrect because it does not belong to any veda.

Therefore the correct answer is option ‘C’.

Note: The Yajur Veda is a Sanskrit mantra and lyric collection utilised in Hindu devotion and ceremonies. Along with the Rig Veda, Atharva Veda, and Sama Veda, it is one of Hinduism's four fundamental scriptures, commonly known as the Vedas.