At which one of the following places in India did the Portuguese build their first fortress?

(A) Anjidiv
(B) Cannanore
(C) Cochin
(D) Goa

Correct Answer : Cochin
Question Asked : UPPCS (Mains) 2010
The first Portuguese fortress was constructed by Alfonso-la-Albuquerque (who was not the Viceroy at that time) in Cochin, 1503. Francisco de Almeida constructed the Portuguese fortress in Cannanore and Anjidiv in 1506.
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