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Vedic Society Previous Year Questions (PYQs)
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In which one among the following texts does the term kshetra-patni ('mistress of the field') originate ?
Detailed Explanation:
The term Kshetra-patni literally means "Mistress of the Field" (Kshetra = field, Patni = wife/mistress).
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Atharvaveda mentions Kshetra-patni as an agricultural deity associated with fertility, cultivation, and prosperity of fields.
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Rigveda mentions Kshetrapati (Lord of the Field), but not Kshetra-patni.
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Ashtadhyayi and Arthashastra were composed much later and are not the source of this term.
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Therefore, Option B is the correct answer.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
| Option | Why Incorrect? |
|---|---|
| Rigveda | Mentions Kshetrapati (Lord of the Field), not Kshetra-patni. |
| Atharvaveda | Contains references to Kshetra-patni (Mistress of the Field). ✅ |
| Ashtadhyayi | A grammatical text by Panini, not related to Vedic agricultural deities. |
| Arthashastra | Deals with administration and economy; not the origin of the term. |
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