Who was the first governor of the Portuguese possessions in India ?

Vasco da Gama

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Pedra Alvares Cabral

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Francisco de Almeida

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Nino De Cunha

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Solution

The correct option is C Francisco de Almeida
In 1505 CE, Francisco de Almeida was sent to India as the first governor of Portuguese possesions in India.

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