History
Chapter - 8
The Rise of Magadha
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1). They used iron tools and implements to clear jungles and bring more land under cultivation. Surplus production led to increased prosperity and the desire to expand further. This in turn resulted in wars and conquests and the emergence of large states called jamapadas.
2). The conquest of Anga brought the river port of Champa under his control of Magadha. The rich deposits of iron or found in this region contributed to the development of a strong and stable economy for magadha.
3). The first important king of Magadha was Bimbisara who ruled for 52 years. He expanded his territories through conquests and matrimonial alliances making Magadha the most powerful kingdom in those times. The conquest of Anga brought the river port of Champa under his control.
4). Porus fought heroically but was defeated. He was captured and brought before Alexander, who asked him how he would like to be treated. 'As one king should treat another king', was his prompt reply. Alexander was so impressed with the reply that he set Poms free and returned all his territories.
5). Alexander was unable to Conquer Magadha because his army refused to advance any further. The army was war-weary and homesick and was not willing to face the powerful army of magadha.
6). The effects of Alexander's invasion on India: 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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