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In the Rigveda, what term is used for a collection of hymns?

1. Gāyatrīs
2. Puranas
3. Suktas
4. Sūtras

Correct answer: Suktas

Solution

In the Rigveda, hymns are called suktas. The Rigveda is a collection of such hymns dedicated to various deities.

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