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What was one of Albuquerque's strategies to ensure a permanent Portuguese presence in India?
What was one of Albuquerque's strategies to ensure a permanent Portuguese presence in India?
What significant administrative change did Nuno da Cunha implement during his governorship?
What significant administrative change did Nuno da Cunha implement during his governorship?
Which of the following actions by Albuquerque is noted in his governance?
Which of the following actions by Albuquerque is noted in his governance?
What event is associated with Bahadur Shah's conflict with the Portuguese?
What event is associated with Bahadur Shah's conflict with the Portuguese?
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In what year did Albuquerque die?
In what year did Albuquerque die?
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What title was held by the Hindu king of Calicut who welcomed Vasco da Gama?
What title was held by the Hindu king of Calicut who welcomed Vasco da Gama?
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In which year did Vasco da Gama first arrive at the port of Calicut?
In which year did Vasco da Gama first arrive at the port of Calicut?
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Who was sent as the first Portuguese Viceroy to India?
Who was sent as the first Portuguese Viceroy to India?
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What was the main goal of Francisco de Almeida's Blue Water Policy?
What was the main goal of Francisco de Almeida's Blue Water Policy?
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Which city did Alfonso de Albuquerque capture that established a regional Portuguese state in India?
Which city did Alfonso de Albuquerque capture that established a regional Portuguese state in India?
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What was the name of the naval fleet that Francisco de Almeida faced in 1508 AD near Chaul?
What was the name of the naval fleet that Francisco de Almeida faced in 1508 AD near Chaul?
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Which location served as the headquarters for Alfonso de Albuquerque during his governorship?
Which location served as the headquarters for Alfonso de Albuquerque during his governorship?
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What was the significant achievement of Alfonso de Albuquerque in 1511 AD?
What was the significant achievement of Alfonso de Albuquerque in 1511 AD?
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Study Notes
Portuguese Exploration in India
- Portuguese were the first Europeans to arrive in India, led by Vasco da Gama.
- Gama reached Calicut on May 17, 1498, after navigating the Cape of Good Hope, aided by local pioneer Abdul Maneed.
- Arab traders opposed Portuguese presence in Calicut, but the Hindu king, Zamorin, welcomed Gama, facilitating trade in spices and herbs.
- Vasco da Gama's initial cargo yielded profits 60 times the cost of the voyage, boosting Lisbon's status as a European trade hub.
- Following Gama, the second Portuguese expedition under Pedro Alvarez Cabral arrived in 1500 and captured an Arabic ship.
- In 1503, the Portuguese established their first factory and fort in Cochin, enhancing their commercial presence in India.
- Francisco de Almeida became the first Portuguese Viceroy in 1505, focusing on establishing trade control over the Indian Ocean rather than purely military dominance.
Francisco de Almeida (1505–09)
- Aimed to fortify Portuguese trade interests through the "Blue Water Policy," emphasizing peaceful trade expansion.
- Faced challenges from a coalition of Muslim naval forces in 1508, suffering defeat but later triumphing against them in 1509.
- His victory in 1509 heralded the onset of Portuguese naval supremacy in the Indian Ocean, transforming it into a predominantly Portuguese domain.
Alfonzo de Albuquerque (1509–15)
- Succeeded Almeida and is recognized as the architect of Portuguese authority in India.
- Made Cochin his administrative center and captured Goa in 1510, establishing a regional Portuguese state.
- Expanded control over Malacca in 1511 and Hormuz in 1515, consolidating Portuguese influence in Southeast Asia.
- Encouraged intermarriages between Portuguese settlers and local women to establish a permanent population.
- Abolished the practice of sati in his jurisdiction but was known for maltreating Muslims.
Nuno da Cunha (1529–38)
- Served as the prominent Portuguese governor after Albuquerque and relocated the capital from Cochin to Goa in 1530.
- Oversaw the acquisition of strategic locations including the basin (1534) and Diu (1535).
- Encountered conflict with Bahadur Shah of Gujarat regarding territorial disputes, resulting in Shah's drowning during a confrontation at sea.
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Test your knowledge about Vasco da Gama's voyage to India in 1498. Learn about his interactions with local traders, the Zamorin, and the significance of his journey for European exploration. This quiz covers key events and cultural impacts related to this historical maritime adventure.
