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Explain with the help of an example, how did compulsory labour make possible the construction of temples, palaces, buildings, etc.

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Mesopotamian king enjoyed the supreme status in the society and also enjoyed extensive power. The king made labour compulsory to all inhabiting in his empire for rendering their services to town's deities and to construct temples. For example, the construction of temple in Uruk city was done by 1500 people working 10 hours a day. This work continued for five years. No person could seek immunity from compulsory labour. The people who were engaged in compulsory labour were paid grains in lieu of their services.

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