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प्रश्न
This is a painting of two famous kings who became friends after a war in the 4th-century BCE.
Give an account of the earlier developments that led to this event.
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उत्तर
Porus was the ruler of the area lying between the rivers Jhelum and Chenab. Ambhi offered to help Alexander to defeat Porus. Porus fought heroically but was defeated. He was captured and brought before Alexandar who asked him how he would like to be treated. Porus replied ‘As one king should treat another king’ Alexandar was so impressed with the reply that he set Pours free and they became friends.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Match Column A with Column B
| Column A | Column B | ||
| 1 | Bimbisara | (a) | Hereditary Rule |
| 2 | Ajatashatru | (b) | 6th Century BC |
| 3 | Monarchy | (c) | First Prominent Kind of Magadha |
| 4 | Rise of Mahajanapadas | (d) | Killed his father and became king |
What policy did Bimbisara follow to extend his territories?
Name the territories conquered by Bimbisara and Ajatashatru.
Give reason why:
Bimbisara married princesses of his neighboring kingdoms.
Fill in blank
The first important king of Magadha was __________.
Alexander invaded India during the reign of the ______ dynasty.
How did the conquest of Anga benefit Magadha?
Mention briefly the effects of Alexander’s invasion.
Give an account of the causes and results of the battle between Alexander and Porus.
This is a painting of two famous kings who became friends after a war in the 4th-century BCE.
Name the most powerful kingdom in India during this time. Which dynasty ruled this kingdom?
