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Q. Which of the following statement (s) is/ are correct related to the Atharva Veda? I. The Atharva Veda basically consists of charms and spells that were prevalent at that time in the society. II. The Atharva Veda presents a portrait of the Vedic society. One can find an independent and parallel stream of knowledge and thought in the Atharva Veda

A
Only II
B
Only I
C
Both I & II
D
Neither I nor II

Correct Answer

Both I & II

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