Question

The word ‘Veda’ has been derived from the root word ‘Ved’ which means_____________.
A. Divinity
B. Sacredness
C. Doctrine
D. Knowledge

Answer 1

Hint: Vedas are the religious texts of ancient India which consist of Sanskrit literature and scriptures of Hinduism. Meaning of ‘Ved’ depends upon a bundle of information.

Complete answer: Vedas are the religious texts which tell us about the religion of Hinduism. Veda word has been derived from the root word ‘Ved’ which means knowledge. In this context, Veda is thought to contain the fundamental knowledge of functions and response to the existence of life. They are among the oldest, religious works which consist of certain rules, principles and morals.
There are four Vedas: Rigveda, Yajurveda, Samaveda and Atharvaveda which are also subdivided. They existed in oral form and were passed from Guru to the student for generations. They were preserved carefully so that even the pronunciation of words couldn’t change by time.
Looking at the option given:
Option A. Divinity is derived from Latin word which means godly. It is an incorrect option.
Option B. Sacredness means pure (pavitra). It is an incorrect option.
Option C. Doctrine means beliefs or principles which we found in Vedas. It is an incorrect option.
Option D. ‘Ved’ means knowledge or eternal knowledge. This is the correct answer.
Therefore, option d is the right answer.

Note: Vedas are referred to as shruti which means ‘what is heard’ in contrast to ‘smriti’ which means ‘what is remembered’ and the four Vedas were transmitted into various sakhas which means schools.