Part A "Knowledge destroys the darkness of ignorance" (Rig Veda, n.d). The quote simply exemplifies the importance of acquiring information and education. Illiteracy is the greatest impediment to society and is the root of ignorance. Without knowledge, human existence is generally impractical. "Knowledge destroys the darkness of ignorance" (Rig Veda, n.d). The quote simply exemplifies the importance of acquiring information and education. Illiteracy is the greatest impediment to society and is the root of ignorance. Without knowledge, human existence is generally impractical. “Humans should always speak truth and should be committed towards it. Such a person is always immortal" (Rig Veda, n.d). Honesty is a virtue which the Hindus uphold in their life. Therefore, all Hindus should strive to exercise speaking the truth at all costs. The second part of the quote suggests that persons who uphold the virtue in the life gain the status of living longer in the world. [Show Less]