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Did Aurangzeb protect Hindu temples?
In 1669, Aurangzeb ordered the governors to demolish temples in their regions. He also ordered supervision of the demolitions. Temples in Kashi and Mathura were razed to the ground. Deepavali, Durga Pooja and Shias’ Muharram festivals were banned.
Why were temples destroyed describe rules and buildings?
Why were the temples destructed by the invaders? Answer: Kings built temples to demonstrate their devotion to God and their power and wealth. When they attacked one another’s kingdoms, they often targeted these buildings.
Why were temples destroyed in the medieval period?
Answer: Because temples were actually the placez built by kings as a mark of pride. When other kings attacked they wanted to destroy thier pride so they destroyed templez in medieval period.
Did any of Aurangzeb’s temples really get destroyed?
Some of them certainly did. Following the molestation of a local princess by some priests in a temple at Benaras, Aurangzeb ordered the total destruction of the temple and rebuilt it at a nearby site. And this is the only temple he is believed to have destroyed.”
Why was the old temple of rameshpur destroyed?
The old temple was destroyed as a result of the Mughal invasion. Historical records suggest that it was destroyed many times by Muslim rulers. A choice target for Muslim invaders, the prominent edifice was destroyed in 1194 CE, then rebuilt 20 years later, only to be demolished again in the 15th century.
What is the story behind the demolition of Vishwanath Temple?
“The story regarding demolition of Vishvanath temple is that while Aurangzeb was passing near Varanasi on his way to Bengal, the Hindu Rajas in his retinue requested that if the halt was made for a day, their Ranis may go to Varanasi, have a dip in the Ganges and pay their homage to Lord Vishwanath. Aurangzeb readily agreed.
Which Hindu temples were destroyed and converted into mosques in India?
In India, many rich and marvelous Hindu temples were destroyed and converted into mosques during Islamic rule. Another example of it is the Mosque at Mathura: “Alamgir Aurangzeb built a mosque at Mathura. This mosque was built on site of the Govind Dev Temple which was very strong and beautiful as well as exquisite..” 6. Vijay Temple