Rig Veda is Probably the oldest religious text in the world and is also known as 'First testament of mankind.' It was composed around 1700 BC. It is regarded as one of the most sacred text of Hinduism and is the oldest of four Vedas. It is composed in Sanskrit.
- Rigveda is the earliest text of Indo European languages.
- It is written in Sanskrit but also includes many Munda and Dravidian words. Probably, these words may be percolated to Rigveda through the language of Harappans.
- Rig Veda is a collection of prayers offered to Agni, Mitra, Varuna and other gods.
- It consists of 10 Mandalas or books, of which books I to VII form the earliest parts. Books I & X seems to have been the latest additions.
- Rig Veda has many things in common with Avesta, which is the oldest text in Iranian language.