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The Portuguese 'cartaz' system in the Indian Ocean referred to:
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The cartaz was a naval pass; ships without one risked seizure by Portuguese patrols.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 A) A ship-pass (permit) regulating trade — aligns with standard historical records for this fact/event.Why not B): A type of fortification — does not match this specific event/date/fact.Why not C): A missionary order — does not match this specific event/date/fact.Why not D): A coin issued in Goa — does not match this specific event/date/fact.