Which is the following is the correct chronological order of the four vedas viz Sam Veda, Atharva Veda, Rig Veda and Yajurveda?

Rig Veda, Sam Veda, Yajurveda, Atharvaveda

The correct answer is Option (2) - Rig Veda, Sam Veda, Yajurveda, Atharvaveda

The correct chronological order of the four Vedas is:

1. Rig Veda
2. Sama Veda
3. Yajur Veda
4. Atharva Veda

The Rig Veda is the oldest of the Vedas, composed between 1500 and 1200 BCE. The Sama Veda and Yajur Veda are both derived from the Rig Veda, and were composed between 1200 and 900 BCE. The Atharva Veda is the youngest of the Vedas, composed between 1000 and 800 BCE.

The Vedas are the oldest scriptures of Hinduism, and are considered to be revealed by God. They contain hymns, prayers, and rituals that are still used in Hindu worship today.

Here is a brief overview of each of the four Vedas:

• Rig Veda: The Rig Veda is a collection of hymns to the gods. It is the oldest and largest of the Vedas, and contains over 10,000 hymns.
• Sama Veda: The Sama Veda is a collection of hymns that are sung during Vedic rituals. It is closely related to the Rig Veda, and contains many of the same hymns.
• Yajur Veda: The Yajur Veda is a collection of prayers and rituals that are used in Vedic sacrifices. It is divided into two parts: the Black Yajur Veda and the White Yajur Veda.
• Atharva Veda: The Atharva Veda is a collection of spells and charms that are used to protect against evil spirits and diseases. It is the youngest of the Vedas, and is considered to be less sacred than the other three Vedas.