ScienceNCERT: Temples Were Economic and Political Pillars in 1000-1700 CE
According to the new NCERT Class 9 social science textbook, temples between 1000 and 1700 CE served as key economic institutions and sources of political legitimacy. The book highlights how temples managed land grants, employed specialized workers, and acted as financial centers for traders. It also explains that rulers used temple patronage to strengthen their authority and sustain socio-political traditions.
Hindustan Times·2h ago·New Delhi



