1. Write a note on the growth of Magadha under Bimbisara
2. Describe the rule of Nandas
3. Write a short note on Alexander's invasion of India
4. What were the effects of Alexander's invasion
Answers
1. Magadha rose into prominence under the rule of Bimbisara who belonged to the Haryanka dynasty. Most probably he overthrew the Brihadrathas from Magadha and assumed the title “Srinika” after his accession. He ruled Magadha from 544 B.C. to 493 B.C. His greatest achievement was the establishment of Magadhan empire.
2. The Nanda dynasty ruled in northern part of the Indian subcontinent during the 4th century BCE, and possibly during the 5th century BCE. The Nandas overthrew the Shaishunaga dynasty in the Magadha region of eastern India, and expanded their empire to include a larger part of northern India.
3. In 326 BC, Alexander invaded India, after crossing the river Indus he advanced towards Taxila. He then challenged king Porus , ruler of the kingdom between the rivers Jhelum and Chenab. The Indians were defeated in the fierce battle, even though they fought with elephants, which the Macedonians had never before seen.
4. The invasion by Alexander established a direct link between India and the European continent. It also led to the establishment of four different trade routes by land and sea. Alexander's historians maintained precise records of his campaigns and their dates.
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Explanation:
The Magadha Empire came into existence when the four Mahajanpada- Magadha, Kosala, Vatsa and Avanti were engaged in the struggle for the supremacy from the 6th Century BC to 4th Century BC. Ultimately, Magadha emerged as the most powerful and prosperous kingdom in the North India.Here, we are giving the summary on the Rise and Growth of Magadha Empire for the quick revision that helps the aspirants in the preparation of the competitive examinations like UPSC-prelims, SSC, State Services, NDA, CDS, and Railways etc.
Bimbisara (Soeniya or Sreniya)
He was the first king to have standing army and contemporary to the Buddha.
2. He was the first who started matrimonial alliances to strengthen its position as a king after defeating Brahamadutta (Anga King).
3. He married to the Mahakosaladevi (princes of Koshala and siter of Prasanjit), Licchhavi princes Chellana and Khema (Princes of Madra clan of Punjab).
4. Marriage relation with the different princely families gave enormous diplomatic prestige and paved the way for the expansion of Magadha western and northward