The VOC (Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie) in India was formed by which of the following ?

Correct option is A

The VOC (Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie), also known as the Dutch East India Company, was formed by the Dutch.

Explanation:
● The VOC was established in 1602 and became a major trading company during the 17th and 18th centuries.
● It was involved in trade in spices, textiles, and other goods from India, Southeast Asia, and beyond.
● The Dutch established trading posts in regions like Pulicat, Cochin, and Nagapattinam in India.
● They were rivals of the Portuguese, British, and French for dominance in the Indian Ocean trade.
● The VOC introduced advanced business practices, including joint-stock company structures.

Information Booster:
● The VOC was one of the world’s first multinational corporations.
● Its headquarters were in Amsterdam, and it had significant naval power.
● The Dutch influence in India declined after their defeat by the British in the Battle of Colachel (1741).
● The VOC is remembered for its contributions to maritime trade and global commerce.
● Pulicat Lake in Tamil Nadu remains a significant reminder of Dutch presence in India.