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Download Solution PDFWho among the following was given the epithet as ‘Lord of the Plough’ during the later Vedic age in which use of iron plough was an important part of agricultural practice?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Indra.Key Points
- Indra was given the title of 'Lord of the Plough' during later Vedic age in which the use of iron plough was an important part of agricultural practice.
- During the later Vedic age agriculture became the main profession of the people ploughing with yokes of 6 and 8 oxen was practiced.
- The plough was known by the name of Sira during the Vedic period.
- Cow dung was used as manure and an irrigation system consisting of small canals was developed by the people in this era.
Additional Information
- Wheat, rice, and barley were the chief crops grown in that period.
- In the Vedic age, Indra was also known by the name of Purandar which means destroyer forts.
Varun God of Water Agni God of Fire Surya The Sun God
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