Question

What was the main reason for Alexander's victory over Porus in the Battle of Hydaspes?

• A. The battleground became a muddy trap for Porus' elephants.
• B. Alexander's army outnumbered Porus' army.
• C. Alexander had a 100 elephants in his army.
• D. Alexander had the support of King Omphis and his army.

Answer 1

The correct option is A The battleground became a muddy trap for Porus' elephants.

Porus was planning to use his 100 elephants as a secret weapon in the Battle of Hydaspes. But, it ended up raining and turned the battleground into a muddy trap. The elephants got trapped in the mud and that turned the odds in Alexander’s favour.