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Statewise GK · Q330

Goa GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 330

Q330

Who invented Goa?

A.
Abhiras
B.
Portuguese
Answer
C.
Batapuras
D.
Bhojas

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
This city serves as the headquarters of the Mormugao sub-district. It was founded in 1543 and remained in Portuguese hands until 1961, when the territory was lost to India. Vasco da Gama, 1st Count of Vidigueira was the first European to reach India by sea.