What was referred to as the ‘Sapt Sindhu’ region during the Vedic period?

Answer

Land of seven rivers (including Indus and Saraswati)

Explanation

In the early Vedic period, Aryans settled in the basin of seven rivers, including the Indus and Saraswati, known as Sapt Sindhu.

Key Points

  • > Settlement region of early Vedic Aryans
  • > Formed by seven rivers
  • > Indus and Saraswati are major rivers

Additional Information

  • The Sapt Sindhu region comprised parts of present-day Pakistan and North-West India.
  • This is evidence of the geographical reach of Rigvedic Aryans.
SubjectDetail
Geographical NameSapt Sindhu
MeaningLand of seven rivers
History Vedic Geography Medium

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