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He utilised the discovery of Bartholomew Diaz, and reached the southernmost point of Africa. He continued his journey to Mozambique. From there, he sailed to India with the help of an Indian sailor. Identify this explorer.

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Prince Henry the Navigator

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Vasco da Gama

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Pedro Alvares Cabral

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Francisco de Almeida

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The correct option is B Vasco da Gama
Vasco da Gama utilised the discovery of Bartholomew Diaz, and arrived at Calicut or present-day Kozhikode in Kerala in 1498. Prince Henry was known as the Navigator for patronising explorers. Pedro Alvares Cabral was a Portuguese navigator. Francisco de Almeida was the first Portuguese governor of Indian possessions.

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