Multiple choice

Salsette was lost by Portuguese in 1739 to the



  1. French

  2. Marathas

  3. Mughals

  4. English
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Explanation

Salsette Island (part of modern-day Mumbai and Thane district) was conquered from the Portuguese by the Maratha forces under Chimaji Appa in 1739 after a protracted campaign. This victory was significant as it weakened Portuguese control in the region and expanded Maratha influence along the western coast of India. The Marathas had been fighting to reclaim territories from European colonial powers.

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