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Indian History
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Which Indian ruler defeated Alexander the Great's forces in battle, though Alexander himself was not present?
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Porus
Quiz Options
- Porus
- Chandragupta Maurya
- Ashoka
- Raja Ambhi
Explanation & Context
King Porus fought Alexander the Great at the Battle of the Hydaspes River in 326 BCE, offering strong resistance that impressed Alexander.
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