Question

Why were temples built in Bengal?

Answer 1

Temples were built in Bengal because of the following reasons:

1. Increase in religious faith.
2. Mosques had already been built.
3. Powerful people wanted to demonstrate their power and proclaim their piety.
4. ‘Low’ people also participated in the temple building.
5. New economic opportunities to people also helped in a temple set up.
6. Support of Brahmanas to get idols placed in temples from huts.