Which of the following was NOT a type of sacrifice performed by kings in ancient India to establish their position?

Options

A. Vajapeya
B. Rajasuya
C. Ashvamedha
D. Muvendavelan

Answer

D

Explanation

Vajapeya is a Soma Yajna, which involves minor animal sacrifice. It is performed by the Brahmins and the Kshatriyas and is one of the greatest Soma yajnas of its kind.
Rajasuya (Imperial Sacrifice or the king.s inauguration sacrifice) is a Srauta ritual of the Vedic religion. It is a consecration of a king.
Ashvamedha is a horse sacrifice ritual followed by the Srauta tradition of Vedic religion. It was used by ancient Indian kings to prove their imperial sovereignty in which a horse accompanied by the king.s warriors would be released to wander for a period of one year. Muvendavelan was a prominent military officer for a king of the Chola Throne.