Q.1 Temples of ancient India were not just places of worship but centres of socio-economic life of people. Discuss. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments-

• Introduce by writing about rise of temple in Ancient India and their primary role in society as places of worship.
• In the body, write about other socio-economic functions of temples.
• Conclude by summarizing their position in society and deepening of their non-religious roles in later periods.