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Discuss the role of temples as centres of economy, culture and governance in early medieval India. How did this multifunctional character influence temple architecture?

Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times Q1. Discuss the role of temples as centres of economy, culture and governance in early medieval India. How did this multifunctional character influence temple architecture? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question The …

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“Buddhism declined in India less due to persecution and more due to absorption and institutional erosion”. Analyse socio-economic causes. Evaluate the role of Brahmanical revival and monastic decay.

Topic: Ancient & Medieval India Q2. “Buddhism declined in India less due to persecution and more due to absorption and institutional erosion”. Analyse socio-economic causes. Evaluate the role of Brahmanical revival and monastic decay. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Buddhism’s decline is a high-yield theme because it tests the ability …

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