UPSC Prelims PYQ 2000: Dynasty in North India at Alexander’s Invasion

Which dynasty was ruling over North India at the time of Alexander’s invasion?

1. Nanda
2. Maurya
3. Sunga
4. Kanva

Explanation

Option (a) is correct

• The Nanda Dynasty ruled in Magadha at the time of Alexander’s invasion. The ruler was Dhana Nand, the last ruler of the Nanda dynasty.

Answer: (a) Nanda