The Making Of Regional Cultures — Social Studies STD 7 — Question

Temple building started in the 19th century with the influence of Bhakti saints led by Chaitanya.Temples were constructed by individuals or groups to represent their might of power. Through proclaiming deity they gained wide acceptance of people. Brick and terra cota temples were built in Bengal during this period. Some of the important temples built during this period are Vishupur(17th century) and Kantaji's temple of Dinajpur(18th century) now in Bangladesh built by low social groups like bell metal workers(kansari) and oil pressers(kolu).Some of these temples are double or four roofed.