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Q · Nanda And Alexandermedium · 45s
What was the main reason for Alexander’s troops to refuse to continue advancing into India?
TopicNanda And Alexander
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Exhausted and intimidated by reports of powerful Indian kingdoms and vast armies, Alexander’s troops mutinied at the Beas River, refusing to advance further.
Final Answer: Option B - Fear of larger Indian armies