Which of the following terms has/have found mention in Rig Veda?

Go

Asva

Maruts

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In its various forms the term asva is mentioned 215 times in the Rig Veda, while the term go is similarly mentioned 176 times. The horse is praised in two complete hymns of the Rig Veda and its importance is evident from many other references. The Asvins are two horse-riders who occupy high positions in the Vedic pantheon. Almost all the Vedic gods are associated with the horse, and this is particularly true of Indra and his fighting companions, the Maruts.

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In its various forms the term asva is mentioned 215 times in the Rig Veda, while the term go is similarly mentioned 176 times. The horse is praised in two complete hymns of the Rig Veda and its importance is evident from many other references. The Asvins are two horse-riders who occupy high positions in the Vedic pantheon. Almost all the Vedic gods are associated with the horse, and this is particularly true of Indra and his fighting companions, the Maruts.

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