At which port did Vasco da Gama reach India?
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Correct answer: Calicut
Vasco da Gama reached Calicut (present-day Kozhikode) on India’s western coast in 1498. Calicut lay on the Malabar Coast, and his arrival opened a new sea route for European trade with India. Surat became an important English trading centre later, so it is not the correct answer. Exam tip: Remember Vasco da Gama—1498—Calicut—Malabar Coast together.
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Calicut
Why is this the correct answer?
Vasco da Gama reached Calicut (present-day Kozhikode) on India’s western coast in 1498. Calicut lay on the Malabar Coast, and his arrival opened a new sea route for European trade with India. Surat became an important English trading centre later, so it is not the correct answer. Exam tip: Remember Vasco da Gama—1498—Calicut—Malabar Coast together.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: Indian History. Topic: Medieval Indian History.
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