1.

The Europeans felt the need for finding out new sea routes.

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i. In 1453, Constantinople (Istanbul) was captured by the Ottoman Turks.

ii. The terrestrial way, a short route to Asia was thus closed down for the European traders.

iii. As there was an increase in the business in Europe, and the short route was under the control of the Turks, the Europeans felt the need for finding out new sea routes.



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