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Which of the following Vedangas is associated with metrics?
AShiksha
BKalpa
CNirukta
DChhanda ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) Chhanda — The Vedanga associated with metrics is Chhanda, so the answer is Chhanda.
Explanation
★The Vedanga associated with metrics is Chhanda, so the answer is Chhanda.
★There are six Vedangas for the proper understanding of the Vedas.
★Shiksha deals with phonetics.
★Kalpa deals with rituals and Vyakarana with grammar.
★Nirukta deals with etymology and Jyotisha with astronomy.
★Chhanda, the sixth, deals with metre or metrics.
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