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Bombay came under English control in 1661 as part of the dowry from:
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Bombay was ceded by Portugal as dowry to Charles II (marriage with Catherine of Braganza) and leased to the EIC in 1668.Key term/context: Early European trading companies (Portuguese, Dutch VOC, English EIC, French) established 'factories' (trading posts) and forts along Indian coasts.Why correct: Option B) The Portuguese to Charles II — aligns with standard historical records for this fact/event.Why not A): The Dutch to Charles II — does not match this specific event/date/fact.Why not C): The French to James II — does not match this specific event/date/fact.Why not D): The Danes to William III — does not match this specific event/date/fact.