Question

Which of the following is known as ‘Adi Kavya’?

• A. Bhagavad Gita
• B. The Ramayana
• C. The Mahabharata
• D. Matsya Purana

Hint:

When asked about the “Adi Kavya”, remember that Valmiki's Ramayana holds the title of the first epic in Sanskrit, setting the foundation for classical Indian poetry.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The Ramayana, composed by the sage Valmiki, is referred to as the ‘Adi Kavya’ or the first epic poem of Sanskrit literature. It contains the life story of Lord Rama and is revered not only as a religious text but also as a literary masterpiece. The term "Adi Kavya" literally means "First Poem".