Q. Christopher Columbus is most known for which of the following reasons?
Answer: Starting the European exploration of America
Notes: Christopher Columbus who was an Italian explorer and navigator was determined to find a direct water route west from Europe to Asia. On October 12, 1492, Christopher Columbus officially set foot in the Americas and claimed the land for Spain.

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