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History GK · Q181

World History

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 181

Q181

In which year Christopher Columbus discovered america

A.
1502
B.
1339
C.
1405
D.
1492
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Christopher Columbus discovered America in 1492. Columbus led his three ships - the Nina, the Pinta and the Santa Maria - out of the Spanish port of Palos on August 3, 1492. His objective was to sail west until he reached Asia (the Indies) where the riches of gold, pearls and spice awaited.