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Statewise GK · Q356

Gujarat GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 356

Q356

Who was the first European power to arrive in Gujarat?

A.
Dutch
B.
French
C.
Portuguese
Answer
D.
British

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Portugal or Portuguese was the first European power to arrive in Gujarat and after the Battle of Diu and Treaty of Bassein, acquired several enclaves along the Gujarati coast, including Daman and Diu as well as Dadra and Nagar Haveli.