Name the Portuguese explorer who first discovered sea route to India.

Warren Hastings

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Christopher Columbus

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Robert Clive

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Vasco Da Gama

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Solution

The correct option is D Vasco Da Gama
Vasco da Gama landed in Calicut, located in the western coast of India, in 1498.

Suggest Corrections

1. Francisco de Almeida	a. Discovered sea route from Europe to India
2. Vasco da Gama	b. Moved the capital from Cochin to Goa.
3. Nino de Cunha	c. First Portuguese Governor in India