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Key Points

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Somnath Temple was demolished by Mahmud of Ghazni in 1026 and later reconstructed multiple times.

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Modhera Sun Temple, built in 1025, was also attacked the same year but rebuilt quickly by King Bhimdev I.

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The resilience of these sites reflects the broader perseverance of Indian culture.

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Modhera now runs entirely on solar power, setting a national example for clean energy.

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Local projects are uncovering old sculptures and temples, helping citizens connect with their past.

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Summary

King Bhimdev I rebuilt the Modhera Sun Temple within a short time after the attack.

The temples symbolize India's cultural heritage and the enduring spirit of its people.

Modhera has become India’s first solar village, using sunlight for all its energy needs, demonstrating modern sustainability.

Heritage initiatives, such as the discovery of ancient sculptures in Tamil Nadu, encourage people to explore and understand history directly.

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New Words to Learn

7 words
resilience
the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties
invader
a person or group that enters a place by force and tries to take control
solar energy
energy that comes from the sun, used to produce electricity
heritage
the traditions, monuments, and objects that are important to a culture’s history
archaeology
the scientific study of ancient human activity through material remains
reconstruction
the act of building something again after it has been destroyed
sustainability
using resources in a way that does not harm the environment and can continue for a long time
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