In 1510 CE, the Portuguese commander Afonso de Albuquerque captured the wealthy port city of Goa from the forces of which Deccan Sultanate? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In 1510 CE, the Portuguese commander Afonso de Albuquerque captured the wealthy port city of Goa from the forces of which Deccan Sultanate?
A. Bijapur Sultanate
B. Bidar Sultanate
C. Golconda Sultanate
D. Ahmadnagar Sultanate
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Albuquerque captured Goa from the Adil Shahi dynasty of Bijapur, establishing it as the prosperous capital of the 'Estado da Índia'.

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