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In ancient India who was the ruler of the kingdom between the rivers Jhelum and Chenab?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Alexander the Great
  2. Darius III
  3. King Porus
  4. Chandragupta Maurya

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: King Porus

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) King Porus šŸ“š Explanation: King Porus (Puru) was the ruler of the Paurava kingdom located between the Jhelum and Chenab rivers (Hydaspes and Acesines). He is famous for fighting the Battle of the Hydaspes against Alexander the Great in 326 BC. Alexander was so impressed by his bravery that he returned his kingdom to him.