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The Vedic Age was a significant era in Ancient Indian History. As such, the questions from this topic have always been featured in the history segment of the UPSC Prelims.

The Vedic age itself is divided into the Early Vedic Period (c.1500 – 1200 BCE) and Later Vedic Period (c.1100 – 500 BCE). The reason being that society underwent drastic changes from the time the first Vedas were written to the appearance of later Vedic scriptures.

Difference Between Early Vedic and Later Vedic Period

This article will provide details about the transformation of society in the Early and Later Vedic Ages for the IAS Exam.

In the table below we have given in detail the differences between the Early Vedic Period and Later Vedic Period

Differences Between Early Vedic Age and Later Vedic Age

Early Vedic Period

Later Vedic Period

The caste system was flexible and based on profession rather than birth The caste system became more rigid in this period with birth being the main criteria

There was no concept of Shudra or untouchables Shudras became a mainstay in the Later Vedic period. Their sole function was to serve those of the upper-castes

Women were allowed a greater degree of freedom in this period. They were allowed to participate in the political process of the time to a certain extent Women were restricted from their participation in society by being relegated to subordinate and docile roles

Kingship was fluid as the kings were elected for a fixed period by the local assembly known as Samiti As society became more urbanized in this period, the need for stable leadership was realized. Thus the absolute rule of the Kings became more and more prominent

Early Vedic society was pastoralist and semi-nomadic in nature Society became more settled in nature. IT became centered around agriculture in general

In the Early Vedic Period, the barter system was more prevalent with little to no monetary value transaction being part of the exchange Although the barter system was still in practice, it was largely replaced by the exchange of gold and silver coins known as Krishnala

Rigveda. This text is cited as the earliest text from this period Yajurveda. Samaveda

Atharvaveda

To know more in detail about the Vedic Civilization and the Vedas from both the time periods, you can check the links given below:

Rig Veda

Vedic Civilization

Types of Vedas

You can find more Difference Between Articles, by visiting the linked page

Candidates can also check the links given below to know more about other related topics. These linked articles can help will also help UPSC Aspirant with the History segment of the exam.

Vedic Literature NCERT Ancient Indian History Notes NCERT Medieval Indian History Notes

NCERT Modern Indian History Notes Prehistoric Age of India Varna System

Difference Between Early Vedic and Later Vedic Period –

You can get a general idea of the exam by visiting the UPSC Syllabus page. For more preparation materials refer to the links given below:

Early vedic period :

The caste system was flexible and based on profession rather than birth.
There was no concept of Shudra or untouchables
Women were allowed a greater degree of freedom in this period. They were allowed to participate in the political process of the time to a certain extent
Kingship was fluid as the kings were elected for a fixed period by the local assembly known as Samiti
Early Vedic society was pastoralist and semi-nomadic in nature
In the Early Vedic Period, the barter system was more prevalent with little to no monetary value transaction being part of the exchange
Rigveda. This text is cited as the earliest text from this period

Later vedic period :

The caste system became more rigid in this period with birth being the main criteria
Shudras became a mainstay in the Later Vedic period. Their sole function was to serve those of the upper-castes
Women were restricted from their participation in society by being relegated to subordinate and docile roles
As society became more urbanized in this period, the need for stable leadership was realized. Thus the absolute rule of the Kings became more and more prominent
Society became more settled in nature. IT became centered around agriculture in general
Although the barter system was still in practice, it was largely replaced by the exchange of gold and silver coins known as Krishnala
Yajurveda. Samaveda
Atharvaveda

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