Question
Download Solution PDFThe Battle of _______ was fought in 326 BC by Alexander, the Great against King Porus.
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Hydaspes.
Key Points
- The Battle of the Hydaspes was fought by Alexander the Great, against King Porus of the Paurava kingdom on the banks of river Jhelum in the Punjab region.
- In 326 BC, Alexander invaded India, after crossing the river Indus he advanced towards Taxila.
- He then challenged king Porus, ruler of the kingdom between the rivers Jhelum and Chenab.
- The Battle is called the “Battle of Hydaspes” named on the Hydaspes River (now Jhelum).
- The Indians were defeated in the fierce battle, even though they fought with elephants, which the Macedonians had never before seen.
- Alexander captured Porus and, like the other local rulers he had defeated, allowed him to continue to govern his territory.
- In this battle, Alexander defeated King Porus.
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