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Alexander's invasion of India resulted in which of the following?

  1. The immediate establishment of a long-lasting Greek empire in India.
  2. The unification of all Indian kingdoms under Alexander's rule.
  3. The weakening of existing kingdoms, paving the way for the rise of the Mauryan Empire.
  4. The introduction of iron technology to India.

Answer:

Option C: The weakening of existing kingdoms, paving the way for the rise of the Mauryan Empire.

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “The weakening of existing kingdoms, paving the way for the rise of the Mauryan Empire.”.

While Alexander's stay was brief, it weakened existing kingdoms in northwest India, creating a power vacuum that Chandragupta Maurya was able to fill.