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Shunga–Greek War
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The Shunga-Greek War comprised several conflicts between the Shunga Empire and the Greco-Bactrian Kingdom. It is predominantly based on the Sanskrit play "Mālavikāgnimitram" by Kalidasa, which portrays events surrounding Pushyamitra Shunga.
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![]() Possible extent of Shungas empire c. 150 BCE.[1] | |||||||
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Greco-Bactrian Kingdom | Shunga Empire | ||||||
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Demetrius Menander I | |||||||
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The Greek ruler Demetrius is regarded to have invaded the subcontinent after his win over the Kabul Valley.[5] The outcome of the war remains unclear but the Shungas were able to successfully resist the invasion and expel the Greeks out of Mathura.