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Who laid the foundations of Portuguese power in India?

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Vasco da Gama

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Bartholomew Dias

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Affonso de Albuquerque

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The correct option is C Affonso de Albuquerque
Alfonso de Albuquerque laid the foundation of Portuguese power in India.

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