Answer
Buddha: 563 BC - 483 BC, Alexander: 356 BC - 323 BC
Explanation
In the BC (Before Christ) dating system, years are counted backwards. Gautama Buddha was born in 563 BC and died in 483 BC. Similarly, Alexander the Great of Macedon was born in 356 BC and died in 323 BC.
Key Points
- > BC or Before Christ refers to the era before the birth of Jesus Christ.
- > In BC, counting is done backwards like negative numbers in mathematics (e.g., 5, 4, 3, 2, 1).
- > Gautama Buddha was one of the greatest spiritual leaders of ancient India and the founder of Buddhism.
- > Alexander invaded India in 326 BC.
- > Alexander died in Babylon in 323 BC.
- > In mathematical language: 500 BC comes first, and then 400 BC appears.
- > Both Buddha and Alexander are historical figures from the BC era.
Additional Information
Lifespans of Important Ancient Figures (BC)
| Figure | Birth Year | Death Year | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gautama Buddha | 563 BC | 483 BC | 80 years |
| Alexander the Great | 356 BC | 323 BC | 33 years |
| Herodotus | 484 BC | 425 BC | 59 years |
| Cicero | 106 BC | 43 BC | 63 years |
Memory Tips
- In BC, the larger number comes first (birth) and the smaller number later (death). Buddha's birth 563 (larger), death 483 (smaller).