About Poros
Lived 400 BC – 316 BC. Poros was a politician.
Porus or Poros ( ; 326–321 BC) was an ancient Indian king whose territory spanned the region between the Hydaspes (Jhelum/Vitasta) and Acesines (Chenab/Asikani) rivers. He is only mentioned in Greek sources. Said to be a warrior with exceptional skills, Porus fought against Alexander the Great in the Battle of the Hydaspes (326 BC). Following the conflict, Porus retained his kingship. Alexander not only reinstated him as his satrap but also expanded his jurisdiction to include dominion over lands to the south-east extending as far as the Hyphasis (Beas River/Vipasha). Porus reportedly died sometime between 321 and 315 BC.
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Important facts
People in Poros's life
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Poros?
ancient Indian king
When was Poros born?
Poros was born in 400 BC in Punjab.
When did Poros die?
Poros died in 316 BC in Punjab.
What was Poros's occupation?
Poros was a politician.
What nationality was Poros?
Poros's recorded nationality: Pauravas.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Poros. https://biography.guide/poros/
MLA: "Poros." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/poros/.
Chicago: "Poros." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/poros/.
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