India Exam Junction
[Supervisor, 2022]
11. What is the Greek name of river Jhelum ?
Hydaspes
Hydroatis
Hyphasis
Hesidros
Correct Answer :
Hydaspes
Solution
The Jhelum River is known as Hydaspes in Greek. This name is historically significant due to the Battle of the Hydaspes, which took place in 326 BC. It was fought between Alexander the Great and King Porus of the Paurava kingdom on the banks of this river. The battle was a costly victory for Alexander, who was so impressed by Porus's bravery that he reinstated him as a ruler and made him his ally.