UPPSC 2011 GS-1 Modern Indian History
Question

Who were the first Europeans to come to India for trade ?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Portuguese

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Portuguese”.

The Portuguese were the first Europeans to arrive in India for trade in 1498.

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