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Q. From which previous ruler did Albuqurque capture Goa?
Answer: The ruler of Bijapur
Notes: Afonso de Albuquerque, the second governor of Portuguese India, is revered for founding the Portuguese colonial empire in India. In 1510, his strategic acumen and naval prowess led to the acquisition of Goa from the ruler of Bijapur. This significant feat expanded the Portuguese footprint in India, paving the way for extensive trade and cultural influence in the subcontinent.

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