Question

To which deity were most number of the hymns been dedicated in the Rig Veda?

A Sun
B Shiva
C Vishnu
D Agni

Answer & Explanation

Answer: [D]

There are 1,028 hymns (sūkta) in the Rigveda. Most of these hymns are dedicated to specific deities. The most prominent deity is Indra; Agni the sacrificial fire and messenger of the gods; and Soma, the ritual drink dedicated to Indra, are additional principal deities.