The 'French East India Company' was founded in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'French East India Company' was founded in:

A. 1664

B. 1600

C. 1602

D. 1668

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The French East India Company was founded in 1664 by Jean-Baptiste Colbert.

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