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Q. The first elaborate description of Upanayana Sanskar is found in the

A
Taittiriya Brahmana
B
Aitareya Brahmana
C
Tandyamaha Brahmana
D
Shatapatha Brahmana

Correct Answer

Tandyamaha Brahmana

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