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Why do you think towns grew around temples?                  

Answer:

                   

The towns grew around temples because:

(i) Temple authorities used their wealth to finance trade and banking.

(ii) A large number of priests, workers, artisans, traders etc., settled near the temple to cater its needs and those of pilgrims.

(iii) Gradually, towns grew around the temples which came to be known as ?temple towns?.