Which of the following can be considered a part of the ancient Indian Smriti Literature? 1. Puranas 2. Ramayana 3. Kalpa-Sutra 4. Vedas Select the answer using the code given below:

  1. A. 1, 2 and 3 only
  2. B. 3 and 4 only
  3. C. 1 and 2 only
  4. D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer: A. 1, 2 and 3 only

Explanation

Smriti ('that which is remembered') literature includes texts like the Puranas, Epics (Ramayana), and Vedangas (like Kalpa-Sutra). The Vedas are classified as Shruti ('that which is heard').

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