In which one of the following Vedas does the term ‘Gotra’ appear for the first time as representing a clan?
Options:
Accepted Answer: (B) Atharvaveda
Topic Covered: Indian Polity and Governance
Key Concept: Constitutional provisions, institutions and governance
The correct choice follows from the relevant historical or constitutional fact. “Atharvaveda” matches the established chronology, institutional position, legal provision or governance principle tested here.
The key is to apply the central fact, formula, definition or relationship tested in the question and then eliminate alternatives that do not satisfy it.