Hellenistic Influence in India

The Hellenistic influence in India resulted from Alexander the Great’s military campaigns around 326 BCE, which introduced Greek culture, art, and ideas to the Indian subcontinent. This cultural exchange led to the blending of Greek and Indian traditions, especially in regions like present-day Punjab and northern India. Notable examples include Greek-style coins, sculptures, and the spread of Greco-Buddhist art, which merged Greek artistic techniques with Buddhist themes. This fusion enriched Indian culture and helped facilitate later cultural and religious interactions between East and West, leaving a lasting legacy in art, architecture, and philosophical thought.