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GK QUESTION#2115

In the Rigvedic tradition, what is a 'rik'?

  1. AAncient melody
  2. BA verse of praiseCorrect answer
  3. CDivine law
  4. DRitual sacrifice
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B. A verse of praise

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A rik is a verse praising a deity; several verses can form a hymn, or sukta.

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