In which year did the Portuguese capture Goa ........

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In which year did the Portuguese capture Goa?

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SSC CGL 9th March 2020 Shift-1

1610 AD

1475 AD

1540 AD

1510 AD

- The Portuguese captured Goa in the early 16th century.

- Option 1: 1610 AD - This is not correct. The Portuguese had already occupied Goa for a century by this time.

- Option 2: 1475 AD - This is incorrect. Goa was still under Muslim rule during this period.

- Option 3: 1540 AD - This is incorrect. The Portuguese had already established their rule over Goa by this time.

- Option 4: 1510 AD - This is correct. The Portuguese, led by Afonso de Albuquerque, captured Goa in 1510 AD.

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