Multiple choice general knowledge culture

The Portuguese sailor and explorer Vasco da Gama discovered this trade route to India. Where did he land?

  1. kannur

  2. kappad

  3. kozhikode

  4. kappal
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Vasco da Gama, the Portuguese explorer, landed at Kappad in Kerala in 1498, which established the sea trade route from Europe to India. This historical event is well-documented. Kappad Beach near Kozhikode (Calicut) is the historically accurate location. The other options are also places in Kerala but not the correct landing site.

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