Q. Consider the following statements with respect to the impact of Alexander's invasion of India:

1. After Alexander, a strong Greek state was formed in the North-West that lasted for centuries.
2. Alexander established some cities in the North-West.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: 2 Only
Notes: After Alexander, the North-Western part of Indian subcontinent fell into the hands of Seleucus Nikator, a general of Alexander. But, the Seleucid Empire could not control that area for long and it was conquered by Chandragupta Maurya. A matrimonial alliance was also established between the two. So, statement 1 is incorrect. Alexander undertook a keen interest in many non-military matters also. He established many cities in the course of his long journey, some of which were established in the Indian subcontinent e.g. Alexandria in Kabul region, Bucephalous on Jhelum and Alexandria in Sindh, etc. So, statement 2 is correct.

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