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Who among the following discovered a sea route to India by going around Africa?

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Pizarro
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Christopher Columbus
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Vasco da Gama
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Solution

The correct option is C Vasco da Gama
In 1492 CE, Christopher Columbus, who worked for the Spanish royals, sailed across the Atlantic and accidentally discovered America. Vasco da Gama, represented the Portuguese king, went around Africa and discovered India in 1498 CE.

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