The first Portuguese fort in India was established at-
Answer
Correct Answer : b ) Cochin
Explanation :Portuguese were the first to arrive in India. In 1498, Vasco De Gama reached Calicut via Cape of Good Hope. He reached during the rule of King Zamorin.
The first Portuguese fort in India was established at Cochin in 1503, while the second Portuguese fort was established at Cannanore in 1505.
Hence, option (b) is correct.
Indian History is an important topic that cannot be skipped while preparing for exams like State PCS, UPSC CDS, UPSC CSE, SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, RRB NTPC, CTET, etc. as one will definitely find 2 or more questions from this topic.
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