Which of the following animals have been mentioned in the Rigveda?
1. Cow
2. Horse
3. Goat
4. Buffalo
Indicate your answer from the codes given below:

Options

A. 1 and 4
B. 1,2 and 3
C. 1 and 2
D. 1,2,3 and 4

Answer

D

Explanation

The fauna of the Rigveda is yet more obviously Indian including peacocks (Mayur), swans (Hamsa), water buffalos (Mahish), gaura (another type of buffalo or the Indian bison), camels (Ushtra) and elephants (Hasti) — all of which are common to the region. Horse and cow were the two most important animals during this period.