Multiple choice general knowledge

In which century did Portuguese merchants first land in Goa?

  1. 16th Century

  2. 14th Century

  3. 17th Century

  4. 15th Century
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Explanation

Portuguese merchants first arrived in Goa in 1510 during the 16th century, led by Afonso de Albuquerque. This marked the beginning of Portuguese colonial rule in Goa that lasted until 1961. The 15th and 14th centuries are too early.

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