Q. Which statement (s) is/are correct about Ancient Indian literature?
I. Brahmanas and Aryankas followed by philosophical doctrines of Upanishads.
II. Brahmanas are contains detailed explanation about Vedic literature and instructions.
I. Brahmanas and Aryankas followed by philosophical doctrines of Upanishads.
II. Brahmanas are contains detailed explanation about Vedic literature and instructions.
✅ Correct Answer: (C)
Both I & II
Explanation: The Brahmanas are prose texts. It describes about the meaning of Vedic hymns, their applications, and stories of their origins in details. Besides, it also explains the details about rituals and philosophies. Aranyakas and Upanishads exemplify philosophical meditations of the hermits and ascetics on soul, god, world, etc. These are partly included in the Brahmanas or attached, and partly exist as separate works. They, the Brahmanas, the Aranyakas, and the Upanishads are attached to one or the other of the four Vedas.
Explanation by: Shivam
The Brahmanas are prose texts. It describes about the meaning of Vedic hymns, their applications, and stories of their origins in details. Besides, it also explains the details about rituals and philosophies. Aranyakas and Upanishads exemplify philosophical meditations of the hermits and ascetics on soul, god, world, etc. These are partly included in the Brahmanas or attached, and partly exist as separate works. They, the Brahmanas, the Aranyakas, and the Upanishads are attached to one or the other of the four Vedas.