Which statement best describes Portugal’s effect on trade in the Indian Ocean?(1 point)

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Columbus opened the Indian Ocean to European traders before Vasco da Gama.
Columbus opened the Indian Ocean to European traders before Vasco da Gama.

The Moors expelled Portugal from Calcutta. This act prevented trade in the Indian Ocean trade network.
The Moors expelled Portugal from Calcutta. This act prevented trade in the Indian Ocean trade network.

Despite resistance from the Moors in Calcutta, da Gama opened European trade in the Indian Ocean network.
Despite resistance from the Moors in Calcutta, da Gama opened European trade in the Indian Ocean network.

Portugal sent 100,000 men who secured the Indian Ocean trade network for the sole benefit of Portugal.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes Portugal’s effect on trade in the Indian Ocean is:

"Despite resistance from the Moors in Calcutta, da Gama opened European trade in the Indian Ocean network."

This statement accurately reflects Vasco da Gama's achievements in establishing a direct sea route to India, thereby facilitating European involvement in Indian Ocean trade, despite facing opposition during his expeditions.