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QN0020846

Which European explorer’s arrival at Kappad near Kozhikode in 1498 marked the beginning of European colonisation in India?

(A) Christopher Columbus
(B) Vasco da Gama
(C) Ferdinand Magellan
(D) James Cook

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Vasco da Gama reached India in 1498.

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Question (2)

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Vasco da Gama arrived in India in May 1498. If a historian studies this event in 2026, how many years have passed since his arrival?

(A) 508 years
(B) 518 years
(C) 528 years
(D) 538 years

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

2026 − 1498 = 528 years.

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Question (3)

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Why did many European powers become interested in India from the 16th century onward?

(A) India lacked trade networks
(B) India was economically prosperous and rich in resources
(C) India had no local rulers
(D) India had very little agriculture

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

India's prosperity attracted European powers.

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Question (4)

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Which of the following commodities from India was highly sought after in the Mediterranean world?

(A) Coal
(B) Petroleum
(C) Spices
(D) Rubber

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Spices were highly valued in international trade.

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Question (5)

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Historical estimates suggest that before European colonisation, India contributed at least what fraction of the world GDP?

(A) One-tenth
(B) One-fifth
(C) One-fourth
(D) One-half

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

India contributed about one-fourth of world GDP.

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Question (6)

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If India contributed one-fourth of the world GDP, what percentage does this represent?

(A) 20%
(B) 25%
(C) 30%
(D) 40%

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

One-fourth equals 25%.

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Question (7)

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The abbreviation GDP stands for:

(A) General Development Plan
(B) Gross Domestic Product
(C) Global Distribution Process
(D) Government Development Programme

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

GDP means Gross Domestic Product.

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Question (8)

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Which statement best explains why India was attractive to European colonial powers?

(A) It was isolated from world trade
(B) It had a weak economy
(C) It possessed wealth, trade networks and manufacturing strength
(D) It lacked natural resources

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

India's wealth and trade attracted Europeans.

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Question (9)

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During Vasco da Gama’s second voyage, he seized, tortured and killed Indian merchants approximately how many years after his first arrival?

(A) 2 years
(B) 3 years
(C) 4 years
(D) 5 years

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Vasco da Gama returned in 1502, four years later.

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Question (10)

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Which city became the capital of the Portuguese colony in India after its capture in 1510?

(A) Surat
(B) Madras
(C) Goa
(D) Calicut

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Goa became the Portuguese capital in India.

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Question (1)

Which European explorer’s arrival at Kappad near Kozhikode in 1498 marked the beginning of European colonisation in India?

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Question (2)

Vasco da Gama arrived in India in May 1498. If a historian studies this event in 2026, how many years have passed since his arrival?

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Question (3)

Why did many European powers become interested in India from the 16th century onward?

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Question (4)

Which of the following commodities from India was highly sought after in the Mediterranean world?

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Question (5)

Historical estimates suggest that before European colonisation, India contributed at least what fraction of the world GDP?

Explanation:

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Question (6)

If India contributed one-fourth of the world GDP, what percentage does this represent?

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Question (7)

The abbreviation GDP stands for:

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Question (8)

Which statement best explains why India was attractive to European colonial powers?

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Question (9)

During Vasco da Gama’s second voyage, he seized, tortured and killed Indian merchants approximately how many years after his first arrival?

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Question (10)

Which city became the capital of the Portuguese colony in India after its capture in 1510?

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