Shanu Anjankumar Sahay
Published in Vol.16, 2026
KEYWORDS: Shruti Literature, Rig Veda, Brahmanas, Aryanakas, Upanishads, Varna system.
ABSTRACT:
This research paper embodies a glimpse of the Indian Knowledge System, The Indian Shruti literature which refers to the foundational, canonical scriptures of Hinduism believed to be divinely revealed to ancient rishis (sages), rather than authored by them. Meaning “that which is heard,” this literature includes the Vedas, Brahmanas, Aranyakas, Upanishads serves as a vital, though limited, source for reconstructing Vedic-era (c. 1500–600 BCE) social, cultural, and religious history, rather than strict political chronology. While providing insight into religious beliefs and societal structures like the Varna system, however, it also cites lack of precise dating, authors, and consistent historical narratives, requiring archaeological correlation. Therefore, putting forth careful reading and using the Indian Knowledge System or more precisely Indian Shruti Literature as sources of Historical reading.