Q. Which of the following is/are the cause/s of decline of the Portuguese?
1.Religious Intolerance
2.Piracy
3.Discovery of Brazil
Choose the correct answer from below given codes:

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation: Causes of Decline of Portuguese:

  • Religious Intolerance
  • Piracy
  • Clandestine Practices in Trade
  • Discovery of Brazil.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT