The 'Battle of Swally Hole' (1612) was decisive because:
1. It showed the Mughal Emperor that the British were better naval fighters than the Portuguese.
2. It encouraged Jahangir to grant the English a permanent trading base.
3. It led to the expulsion of all Portuguese from Western India.
Which are correct?

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The 'Battle of Swally Hole' (1612) was decisive because:
1. It showed the Mughal Emperor that the British were better naval fighters than the Portuguese.
2. It encouraged Jahangir to grant the English a permanent trading base.
3. It led to the expulsion of all Portuguese from Western India. 
Which are correct?

Accepted Answer

Statement 3 is incorrect. Portuguese remained in India long after this war.

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