UPSC History Expansion Company and Bengal Nawabs Question Bank Arrival of Europeans

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    Who among the following was the envoy of the British King James I at Jahangirs Court?    [UP-PCS 2013]

    A)  William Hawkins

    B)  William Finch

    C)   Pietra Della Vella

    D)   Edward Terry

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     Captain William Hawkins as English representative was received by Emperor Jahangir with warmth hospitality. It is said that the discussions between Emperor and Hawkins took place in Turkish as both were well versed in the language.


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