History of India, 1700 BC – 1000 BC, Early Vedic Period.
History of India, 1700 BC – 1000 BC, Early Vedic Period.
The Early Vedic Period in India began around 1700 BC and lasted until 1000 BC.
This period saw the emergence of the Vedic culture and its associated religious beliefs, which form the basis of Hinduism.
The early Vedic period is also known as the Rig Vedic period, after the most important of the four Vedas, the Rig Veda.
The Rig Veda contains hymns and verses composed by ancient sages describing gods and goddesses, rituals, and sacrifices.
During this period, the caste system began to take shape, with Brahmins (priests) at its apex.
The early Vedic period saw the emergence of the Sanskrit language and the development of Vedic mathematics.
During this period, the Aryans began to settle in the Indus valley and spread their culture throughout the region.
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