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The Battle of Hydaspes was fought between Alexander the Great and King Porus on the banks of which river?

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

Answer options

  1. Indus
  2. Chenab
  3. Jhelum
  4. Ravi

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Jhelum

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Jhelum šŸ“š Explanation: In 326 B.C., Alexander encountered the Paurava kingdom under King Porus on the banks of the Hydaspes (the Greek name for the river Jhelum). Despite a hard-fought battle where the Greeks faced Indian war elephants, Alexander emerged victorious but was deeply impressed by Porus's bravery. Following the battle, Alexander restored Porus to his throne and expanded his territory