The Portuguese were the first European power to establish a direct sea route to India and arrive for trading purposes. Vasco da Gama's arrival in Calicut in 1498 marked the beginning of European presence and trade activities in India via the sea route.
Who first came to India for trading purposes?
Asked in WBPSC CS Prelims 2018 · Topic: Advent of European Companies (Arrival of the Portuguese: Vasco da Gama and early settlements)
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