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Which European power was defeated by the Marathas in the Battle of Vasai (Bassein) in 1739?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. The British
  2. The French
  3. The Dutch
  4. The Portuguese

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: The Portuguese

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) The Portuguese šŸ“š Explanation: The Battle of Vasai was a major military campaign fought in 1739 CE. The Maratha army, brilliantly commanded by Chimaji Appa (brother of Peshwa Baji Rao I), laid a prolonged siege and decisively defeated the Portuguese defenders. This victory effectively ended significant Portuguese dominance in the northern Konkan region.