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Who was the first Portuguese Viceroy in India?

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

Answer options

  1. Diaz
  2. Vaco da Gama
  3. Francisco de Almeida
  4. Albuquerque

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Francisco de Almeida

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Francisco de Almeida šŸ“š Explanation: Francisco de Almeida was appointed as the first Portuguese Viceroy in India in 1505. He implemented the famous "Blue Water Policy", which focused on establishing total Portuguese naval dominance over the Indian Ocean rather than building large land empires. His strategy aimed to secure control over lucrative spice trade routes. His actions laid the groundwork for Portuguese commercial dominance along the western coast.