Question

Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni attacked many temples in India. Which of the following best describe his motives for doing so?

• A. To strip the temples of their riches.
• B. To destroy the prestige showcased by the Indian kings.
• C. To increase the riches in his treasury.
• D. To showcase his administrative policies.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

The correct options are
A To strip the temples of their riches.
B To destroy the prestige showcased by the Indian kings.
C To increase the riches in his treasury.

Constructing temples of grandeur were methods of showing a king's power and wealth. They were constructed with intricate carvings and made out of the best materials. Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni wanted to strip the temples of their riches, to increase his treasury. He also wanted to destroy the symbols of power that were constructed by other kings.