Francisco de Almeida was the first Portuguese Viceroy in India (1505-1509). He is associated with the "Blue Water" policy (or 'Estado da India' policy), which aimed at establishing Portuguese naval control over the Indian Ocean trade routes by focusing on strengthening their navy rather than building territorial fortresses and expansions on land.
Which one of the followings is connected with 'Blue Water' policy ?
Asked in UKPSC CS Prelims 2016 · Topic: Advent of European Companies (Arrival of the Portuguese: Vasco da Gama and early settlements)
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