Goa History General Knowledge Questions
Q: When was Goa liberated from Portuguese rule?
A: December 19, 1961
Q: Who was the first Governor of Goa?
A: Gopal Singh
Q: Which famous Portuguese explorer first landed in Goa?
A: Vasco da Gama
Q: What was the capital of Portuguese India before Panaji?
A: Old Goa
Q: Which movement led to the liberation of Goa from Portuguese rule?
A: Goa Liberation Movement
Q: What is the name of the famous 16th-century church in Old Goa?
A: Basilica of Bom Jesus
Q: Who was the leader of the Azad Gomantak Dal during the Goa liberation struggle?
A: Vishwanath Lawande
Q: Who was the Portuguese Viceroy during the construction of the Basilica of Bom Jesus?
A: Francisco da Gama
Q: Which historical figure is associated with the St. Francis Xavier’s remains in Goa?
A: St. Francis Xavier