Multiple choice

In the year 1739, Marathas captured Salsette and Bassein from which one of the following powers?

  1. Dutch

  2. English

  3. French

  4. Portuguese

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D Correct answer
Explanation

In 1739, the Marathas captured the strategic territories of Salsette (Salcette) and Bassein (Vasai) from the Portuguese. Bassein was a significant Portuguese fort north of Bombay, and its capture marked a major Maratha victory against European colonial power in the region.