Near which river had Alexander and Porus fought a battle?
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Tapti
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Yamuna
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Jhelum
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Godavari
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Alexander the Great fought the famous Battle of the Hydaspes against King Porus in 326 BCE on the banks of the Jhelum River (called Hydaspes in Greek). This battle took place in present-day Punjab, Pakistan. Despite Alexander's victory, he was so impressed by Porus's bravery that he allowed him to continue ruling his kingdom.