Question

Which source states that man by himself is only half-man and his second half is the wife?

A Manusmriti Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Taittiriya Brahman Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Panchatantra Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Rig Veda Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

According to Taittiriya Brahman man is by himself only half-man and his second half is his wife (ardhangna). The Rig Veda itself speaks of the sanctity of the institution of marriage.

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