10 Oldest Books In India

Zee Media Bureau
Nov 24, 2023

The Vedas

The oldest sacred texts of Hinduism, consisting of four collections: Rigveda, Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda.

Upanishads

Philosophical texts that explore the concepts found in the Vedas, emphasizing meditation and the nature of reality.

Ramayana

An ancient Indian epic narrating the life of Prince Rama, his wife Sita, and his loyal companion Hanuman.

Mahabharata

An epic poem and scripture that includes the Bhagavad Gita, recounting the Kurukshetra War and teachings of Lord Krishna.

Arthashastra

An ancient treatise on statecraft, economics, and military strategy attributed to Chanakya (Kautilya).

Puranas

A genre of ancient Indian literature, encompassing mythological stories, legends, and genealogies of gods, goddesses, and heroes.

Sushruta Samhita

An ancient Sanskrit text on surgery and medicine, attributed to the ancient Indian physician Sushruta.

Charaka Samhita

A foundational text on Ayurveda, covering principles and practices of traditional Indian medicine.

Jataka Tales

Stories recounting the previous lives of Buddha, illustrating moral lessons and Buddhist teachings.

Panchatantra

A collection of animal fables with moral lessons, offering practical wisdom and guidance.

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