Question

Write the names of historical places/persons/events:
(1) Portuguese seafarer who arrived in India in 1498
(2) The princely state in Saurashtra that did not merge in India immediately after its independence
(3) Organisation that played an important role in decolonisation after Second World War v(4) The city in which metro railway was flagged off in 2002

Hint:

Studying significant historical milestones helps in understanding the rich and intricate journey of India’s independence and development.

Answer 1

1. Portuguese seafarer who arrived in India in 1498 – Vasco da Gama
2. The princely state in Saurashtra that did not merge in India immediately after its independence – Junagadh
3. Organisation that played an important role in decolonisation after the Second World War – United Nations (UN)
4. The city in which metro railway was flagged off in 2002 – Kolkata

Step 1: Vasco da Gama, the renowned Portuguese navigator, reached India in 1498, paving the way for a sea route to the Indian subcontinent.

Step 2: Junagadh, located in Saurashtra, was one of the princely states that initially hesitated to join India post-independence but eventually became a part of the country.

Step 3: The United Nations (UN) played a crucial role in supporting decolonisation after World War II, assisting numerous regions in their struggles for independence.

Step 4: Kolkata became the first Indian city to launch a metro railway system, with its inaugural service beginning in 1984.