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Sahaj Vidhi
M.P Civil Jugde Pre Exam 1998
  1. Which of the classical writers said that Chandragupta Maurya had vanquished entire India with his 6 lac army?
Verified Answer
  1. Core Answer & Context: The Greek historian Plutarch, in his work 'Parallel Lives' (specifically the life of Alexander), mentions that Chandragupta Maurya (referred to as Sandrocottus) had seen Alexander and later, with an army of 600,000 men, overran and subdued all India. This account is a significant historical reference to Chandragupta's military might and his role in establishing the Mauryan Empire.
  2. Relevant Statutes and Sections: Not applicable (This is a general knowledge question related to ancient history and literature).
  3. Important Landmark Cases: Not applicable (This is a general knowledge question, not a legal matter).
  4. Clear Conclusion: Plutarch is the classical writer who mentioned Chandragupta Maurya's conquest of India with a 6 lac army.