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Which, among the following, is not included in list of Vedanga (Limbs of Veda) ?
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Logic (Tarqua)
Vedanga Identification
The question asks to identify the option that is not included in the list of Vedanga, the auxiliary limbs or branches of Vedic study in Hinduism.
Understanding Vedanga
The Vedangas are six distinct disciplines considered essential for the proper understanding and recitation of the Vedas. These are:
- Shiksha (Phonetics and pronunciation)
- Chandas (Metre or Prosody)
- Vyakarana (Grammar and syntax)
- Nirukta (Etymology and explanation of difficult words)
- Jyotisha (Astronomy and Astrology, for determining auspicious times for rituals)
- Kalpa (Ritualistic procedures and rules)
Analyzing the Options
Let's examine each option based on the established list of Vedangas:
- Metre (Chhanda): This corresponds to Chandas, which is one of the six Vedangas.
- Grammar (Vyakaran): This corresponds to Vyakarana, another of the six Vedangas.
- Logic (Tarqua): Tarka, or logic, is not traditionally included among the six Vedangas. While logic is important in Indian philosophy (especially in the Nyaya school), it is not classified as a Vedanga.
- Astronomy (Jyotisha): This corresponds to Jyotisha, which is one of the six Vedangas.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis, Logic (Tarqua) is the discipline that is not considered one of the six Vedangas.
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