An Understanding of Bharat's Mandir Arthvyavstha – Synthesizing Resource Allocation and Growth

Rabi Narayan Kar(1) and Amanpreet Kaur(2)

1 Principal, Shyam Lal College, University of Delhi
2 Assistant Professor, Shyam Lal College, University of Delhi

Abstract:

Since ancient times, mandirs have been the hallmark of Bharat's cultural and spiritual heritage. More than places of prayer, the "Mandir ecosystem" has historically nurtured the Dharmic cultural and social milieu. Serving as repositories of knowledge, centers of charity, art and tradition, mandirs held administrative power, governed local self-governance and administered justice. They provided venues for community gatherin­gs and entertainment, thus serving societal sustenance. In their multifaceted roles, mandirs in Bharat evolved into vibrant economic hubs, offering livelihoods to local communities. The symbiotic relationship between mandirs and civilization has long intertwined spirituality with community sustenance and economic prosperity and socio-economic landscape. Strategically placed along vital trade routes, ancient mandirs were linchpins in extensive trade networks, fostering cross-cultural interactions and the exchange of ideas. This paper delves into how the arthvyavastha of mandirs in Bharat shaped resource allocation and underscores the huge impact ancient mandirs had on the socio-economic framework of Indian Subcontinent.

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An Understanding of Bharat's Mandir Arthvyavstha – Synthesizing Resource Allocation and Growth

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