Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Francisco d’ Almeida defeated Yusuf Adil Khan, the ruler of Bijapur in 1510 and captured Goa.
2.Albuquerque was in favor of Europeans marrying Indian women and settling down in Portuguese controlled territories.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Albuquerque (1509-1515), the successor of Almeida, was the real founder of the Portuguese empire in India.

  • He defeated Yusuf Adil Khan, the ruler of Bijapur in 1510 and captured Goa.
  • He developed Goa into a centre of commerce by making all the ships sail on that route.
  • He encouraged people of all faiths to settle in Goa.
  • He was in favor of Europeans marrying Indian women and settling down in Portuguese controlled territories.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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