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Q9. With reference to Pondicherry (now Puducherry), consider the following statements: 1. The first European power to occupy Pondicherry were the Portuguese. 2. The second European power to occupy Pondicherry were the French. 3. The English never occupied Pondicherry. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to Pondicherry (now Puducherry), consider the following statements:

  1. The first European power to occupy Pondicherry were the Portuguese.
  2. The second European power to occupy Pondicherry were the French.
  3. The English never occupied Pondicherry.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)

Official Answer Key & Detailed Solution

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Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 2010 • Modern History

Correct Answer: Option (A) — 1 only

Concept & Option Breakdown

Standard Reference Verified
  • Statement 1 is correct: The Portuguese were the first Europeans to set up a trading post at Pondicherry in the early 16th century, followed by the Danes and the Dutch.
  • Statement 2 is incorrect: The Dutch and Danes had established trade posts before the French firmly acquired and developed Pondicherry starting in 1673–74.
  • Statement 3 is incorrect: The British occupied Pondicherry multiple times during Anglo-French conflicts (e.g., in 1761, 1778, and 1793), returning it to the French under subsequent peace treaties.
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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2010 (Q9)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicModern History → Partition & Independence
Official Answer KeyOption (A) — 1 only

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