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In which year did Vasco Da Gama landed Calicut?1. 12342. 16813. 13944. 1498

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : 1498

The correct answer is 1498.

  • Vasco de Gama reached Calicut on 20 May 1498.

  • He met the regional ruler of Calicut, Jemorin, and negotiated for trade relations.
  • He returned to Portugal in June 1501 and returned to India in 1502 AD.
  • He succeeded in getting better concessions for the Portuguese businessmen during his second visit to India.
  • Vasco de Gama visited India for the third time in 1524 AD. During this, he died in Kochi (Kerala) on December 24, 1524.


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