Who was the first Portuguese governor in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who was the first Portuguese governor in India?

A. Vasco da Gama

B. Alfonso de Albuquerque

C. Francisco de Almeida

D. Nuno da Cunha

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Francisco de Almeida was appointed the first Portuguese governor in India in 1505. Albuquerque succeeded him.

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