Ancient Civilizations of South Asia(part 2 - Pre-Mauryan Era - 600 BC- 321 BCE)) Flashcards
1
Q
What was Northern and northwest India vulnerable to?
A
To the pressures of supporting or resisting foreign empires.
2
Q
At the end of this period, Alexander the Great invaded. He ruled over parts of Asia between _______ BCE and ______ BCE
A
331 BCE and 323 BCE
3
Q
Did Alexander the Great conquer India before Central Asia in ________?
A
- No, he went on to conquer parts of Central Asia before invading India in [326 BCE]
4
Q
Alexander the Great died when?
A
323 BCE
5
Q
How old was Alexander when he died?
A
32 years old