Ancient Indian Education: An Inquiry into its Origin, Development, and Ideals c5.72
Ancient Indian Education: An Inquiry into its Origin, Development, and Ideals c5.72
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Some of the occupations are very ancient. In the *Ṛigveda Saṃhitā*¹ the following are mentioned: carpenter, physician, priest, blacksmith, poet, female grinder of corn. The construction of chariots is often alluded to, and the Ṛibhus are mentioned as celebrated workers in wood and metal. Weaving, boat-building, leather-working, agriculture, and irrigation are also referred to.