Concept:The Rigveda uses the term
jana to describe a community or tribe. Several tribes like Puru, Yadu, and Bharata are specifically called
jana.
Explanation:In the Rigveda, the word
jana (still used in Hindi) refers to a people or tribe. Another word
vish also means community, and
vaishya comes from it. Many tribes are named with
jana or
vish. For example, we find references to Puru
jana, Yadu
jana, and Bharata
jana. The other options—Rashtras, Ranjanyas, Dasyus—refer to different concepts:
Rashtra means kingdom,
Ranjanya is not used for tribes, and
Dasyus were opponents of the Aryas. Hence, Puru, Yadu, and Bharata are mentioned as
janas.
Answer:Option A. Janas