History & Civics
Study the given picture. Answer the questions that follow.
The images on the coins are of the king of Macedonia who invaded India.
(a) What is the name of the invader?
(b) When did he invade India?
(c) The valour of which Indian king impressed him?
Related Questions
What was the condition of India on the eve of Alexander's invasion?
Why did Alexander set Porus free? Describe this incident in your own words.
There were constant conflicts between the rulers of the mahajanapadas and finally, the kingdom of Magadha developed as the most powerful among them. In this context, answer the following questions:
- What were mahajanapadas? How many were there?
- Where is Magadha situated?
- Why did Magadha become most powerful?
Though the king from Macedonia did not conquer Magadha, his invasion of some parts of India had a great impact. In this context, answer the following questions:
A significant political impact of his invasion was:
(a) Bimbisara could strengthen his hold over Magadha.
(b) The small states in north-west India lost their power.
(c) Ajatashatru was able to demonstrate his prowess by defeating the invader.Which were the other effects of his invasion? You can choose multiple options.
(a) Close contact between Europe and India was established.
(b) New routes for trade were opened.
(c) The Graeco-Buddhist School of Art developed.