Which Portuguese Sailor (Navigator) discovered Eastern Islands?

Correct option is B

(b) Vasco da Gama

Sol.Vasco da Gama was a Portuguese explorer who is credited with discovering the sea route to India in 1498. However, the phrase "Eastern Islands" usually refers to the Spice Islands (Maluku Islands, Indonesia) or other territories in the East explored by the Portuguese. Vasco da Gama's expeditions played a crucial role in establishing Portuguese dominance over Indian Ocean trade routes.

Information Booster:

• First Voyage (1497-1499) → Reached Calicut, India, establishing a direct trade route from Europe.
• Second Voyage (1502-1503) → Strengthened Portuguese control over Indian Ocean trade.
• Governor of Portuguese India (1524) → Died in Cochin (India).
• Portuguese Influence → Led to Portugal controlling trade in Goa, Malacca, and the Spice Islands.

Additional Information:

• (a) Amerigo Vespucci → Incorrect. America was named after him, but he did not explore the Eastern Islands.
• (c) Marco Polo → Incorrect. He was a Venetian traveler who reached China via the Silk Road.
• (d) Columbus → Incorrect. He discovered the Caribbean Islands (not Eastern Islands).