Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

As per the Rigvedic or Early Vedic Period (1500-1000 BC), who among the following was a River Goddess?

Options:

Agni

Sindhu

Arika

Usha

Correct Answer:

Sindhu

Explanation:
The correct answer is Option 2- Sindhu

The correct answer is Sindhu. Sindhu is the ancient name of the Indus River, which is one of the major rivers in South Asia. She is mentioned in the Rigveda as a goddess of fertility and abundance. She is also associated with the dawn and the setting sun.

The other options are:

Agni is the god of fire.

Usha is the goddess of dawn.

Arika is not a Vedic deity.