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How did the Ghaznavid presence impact the Hindu people?

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The Ghaznavid invaded India in the 11th Century, encouraged by the extreme wealth of the great temple institutions. Their presence resulted in the destruction of many temples, forcing rituals and practices to be undertaken in other placesĀ 
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