Q. Who among the following was the second Portuguese Governor in India?
(a) Vasco da Gama
(b) Francisce de Almeida
(c) Alfonso de Albuquerque
(d) Francisco Xavier
Ans: (c) Alfonso de Albuquerque
Explanation: The correct answer is (c) Alfonso de Albuquerque.
Alfonso de Albuquerque was the second Portuguese Governor in India. He succeeded Francisce de Almeida and served as the Governor from 1509 to 1515. Albuquerque was a prominent Portuguese military strategist and explorer who played a significant role in expanding Portuguese influence in the Indian Ocean region. He captured several key territories, including Goa, Malacca, and Ormuz, establishing Portuguese dominance in trade and navigation in the region.