Origin of the Term Kshetra-patni
Question
In which one among the following texts does the term kshetra-patni ('mistress of the field') originate?
Options
Rigveda
Atharvaveda
Ashtadhyayi
Arthashastra
Explanation
The term kshetra-patni (alongside its masculine counterpart kshetra-pati, meaning lord of the field) originates within the text of the Rigveda. It appears in hymns invocation agricultural deities, reflecting early perspectives on territory, land management, and agricultural fertility.
Question details
Year
2026
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q10
Subject
History
Sub-topic
Ancient: Religion & Philosophy
Type
Factual single
Difficulty
Hard
Nature
Static
Source hint
Advanced Vedic Literature Research Modules / Rigveda Textual History
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