Question

Read the statements in the context of the Vijayanagara Empire and choose the correct state ments:
(A) Rulers often encouraged temple building as a means of associating themselves with the divine.
(B) Temples functioned only as a religious centre and were never a center of economy and polity.
(C) Kings prepared and maintained temples to win the support and recognition of their power, wealth and piety.
(D) Temples never functioned as a centre of learning.
Choose the correct answer:

• A. (A), (B) Only
• B. (A), (C) Only
• C. (A), (D) Only
• D. (B), (D) Only

Hint:

Temples in Indian empires were multifunctional — not just religious places but economic and political centers too.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Statements (A) and (C) are correct. Temples were not just religious centers but also played important economic and political roles. They served as hubs of wealth, education, and administration.