Which river did Alexander first cross to invade India in 326 BC?

Correct option is D

​The correct answer is (d) Indus

Explanation:

Alexander the Great first crossed the Indus River in 326 BC during his invasion of India. He entered the Indian subcontinent through the Khyber Pass and crossed the Indus River near Hund (present-day Pakistan) before moving further east.

After crossing the Indus, he faced King Porus in the famous Battle of the Hydaspes (Jhelum) River. However, the Indus River was the first major river he crossed to enter India, making option D correct.

Information Booster:

• Alexander's Route into India (326 BC):
1. Crossed the Hindu Kush Mountains
2. Entered through the Khyber Pass
3. Crossed the Indus River near Hund
4. Advanced towards the Jhelum River (Battle of Hydaspes)
• Battle of Hydaspes (326 BC):

• Fought between Alexander and King Porus near the Jhelum River.
• Porus displayed remarkable bravery but was ultimately defeated.
• Alexander was so impressed that he allowed Porus to continue ruling under his command.