Why did Greek invade India? - Vidyadip

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Why did Greek invade India?

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Disunity in North-western janapadas encouraged foreigners to invade India in the fourth and fifth century BC. One such invasion was of the Greek in North-western India in 326 BC. Alexander opened new trade routes to India but weakened the authority of North-western rulers.

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