Consider the following fruits :
I. Papaya
II. Pineapple
III. Guava
How many of the above were introduced in India by the Portuguese in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries?
Correct Answer C. All the three
Explanation
The Portuguese played a key role in the Columbian Exchange, bringing several crops from the Americas to India during the 16th–17th centuries through their trade networks.
Papaya is correct. It is native to Central America and was introduced to India by the Portuguese.
Pineapple is correct. Native to South America, it was brought to India via Portuguese maritime trade.
Guava is correct. It also originates from tropical America and was introduced by the Portuguese.
Thus, all three fruits were introduced in India by the Portuguese.