SSC
INDIAN HISTORY
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Question
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Religious purpose
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Social purpose
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Hygiene purposes
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All of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -An integral part of daily life in ancient Rome, the baths gave citizens of all classes the chance to mingle, gossip and relax. They were viewed as fundamental to Roman civilization and an obvious example of Rome’s superiority to the rest of the world.
Detailed explanation-2: -Most Roman cities had at least one – if not many – such buildings, which were centers not only for bathing, but socializing and reading as well. Bathhouses were also provided for wealthy private villas, town houses, and forts.
Detailed explanation-3: -The baths followed the “great Imperial baths” blueprint for Roman baths. They were more a leisure centre than just a series of baths. Besides being used for bathing, the complex also offered facilities for taking walks, reading/studying, exercise and body care.