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Q · Advent of EuropeansMedium · 45s
Which European power built the first fort in India?
TopicAdvent of Europeans
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Portuguese built the first European fort in India, Fort Emmanuel, in 1503 at Kochi (Cochin).
Final Answer: Option C - Portuguese