Who is the author of the Gayatri Mantra?
- Vashishtha
- Vishwamitra
- Atri
- Bharadvaja
Answer: Vishwamitra
The Gayatri Mantra (Rigveda 3.62.10) was composed by Sage Vishwamitra. It is dedicated to Savitr (Sun God) and is one of the most revered Vedic hymns. [[30]]