Which of the following is the oldest text of ancient India?
Rig Veda
The correct answer is Rig Veda.
Epics and Puranas: The great epics (Ramayana and Mahabharata) and the Puranas (collections of myths, legends, and genealogies) were composed over a long period and are also significant ancient texts, though generally later than the core Vedic texts. Shastras: Texts like the Arthashastra and Dharma Shastras (including Manu Smriti) belong to categories focusing on specific branches of knowledge or societal rules. Dating ancient texts can be complex, relying on linguistic analysis, archaeological evidence, and references within the texts themselves. However, the Rig Veda is widely accepted as predating the other options provided by a significant margin.
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