UPSC Prelims 2000·GS1·history·ancient history

Which one of the following dynasties was ruling over North India at the time of Alexander’s invasion?

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  1. ANandaCorrect
  2. BMaurya
  3. CSunga
  4. DKanva

Explanation

The Nanda dynasty was ruling over North India when Alexander the Great invaded the northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent in 326 BC. The ruling monarch at that time was Dhana Nanda. Historical accounts suggest that Alexander's soldiers were intimidated by the reports of the massive Nanda army, which included a formidable force of war elephants, contributing to their refusal to advance further into the heart of India. The Mauryas followed the Nandas after Alexander's departure, while the Sunga and Kanva dynasties ruled much later.
history: Which one of the following dynasties was ruling over North India at the time of Alexander’s invasion?

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