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Explain the statement with reasons.Alexanders’ invasion of India did not have a far-reaching impact on the political scenario of India.

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  • Alexander invaded India and conquered some kingdoms from Afghanistan to Sindh-Punjab. He could not however establish his rule for a long time.
  • After his confrontation with Porus, Alexander proceeded in the direction of Chenab and Ravi. 
  • He conquered the kingdoms on the way and reached the bank of Beas. Alexander’s soldiers had lost spirit and they refused to march forward. 
  • Before setting on the return journey. Alexander handed over the regions in Punjab to Porus and those in Sindh to Ambhi. 
  • He appointed Greek satraps and in 325 B.C.E. 
  • Alexander died in Babylon. After his death, Chandragupta Maurya established his vast empire from Bihar to Afghanistan.


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