The ‘Blue Water Policy’ was associated with which Portuguese Governor in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The ‘Blue Water Policy’ was associated with which Portuguese Governor in India?
A. Albuquerque
B. Almeida
C. Nino da Cunha
D. Martin Afonso de Souza
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Francisco de Almeida, the first Portuguese governor, followed the 'Blue Water Policy' to control the Indian Ocean by dominating naval power rather than building territorial empire.

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