Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Ancient History

Question:

Gayatri Mantra is contained in which of the following Veda?

Options:

Sam Veda

Yajurveda

Rig Veda

Atharva Veda

Correct Answer:

Rig Veda

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3- Rig Veda

The Gayatri Mantra is contained in the
Rig Veda.

Specifically, the Gayatri Mantra is found in the third Mandala (book) of the Rig Veda, hymn 62, verse 10. It is one of the most sacred and revered mantras in Hinduism, and is chanted by Hindus all over the world.