Vedic Age

Cattle breeding was the most important economic activity of the Rigvedic people. Prayers were offered to increase the number of cattle. It was a medium of exchange. A cow is considered as a deity in some Suktas of Rig Veda.

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In the context of ancient Indian society, Vansha, Gotra and Kula are the words associated with the family system, but the word Kosa is related to the treasury.

There are total of sixteen Sanskars that have been described. Three are performed before birth, twelve during life and one after death. It seems that Upnayan Sanskrar is the most important and commonly performed, besides, of course, the wedding ceremony and ritual after death.

Upadhyaya was the one who adopted teaching as a profession to earn his livelihood and taught only a portion of Veda or Vedangas.