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.