Which one of the following was not a French settlement in India?

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Which one of the following was not a French settlement in India?

question_subject: 

History

question_exam: 

SSC

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0,13,7,2,1,13,4

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{'french settlement': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'goa': [1, 1, 1, 0], 'puducherry': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'chandamagar': [1, 0, 0, 0]}

Option 1: Puducherry - Puducherry, also known as Pondicherry, was indeed a French settlement in India. It was under French rule until 1954 and is known for its French architecture and influence.

Option 2: Mahe - Mahe was also a French settlement in India. It is a small town located in the state of Kerala and was part of French India until 1954.

Option 3: Goa - This is the correct answer. Goa was not a French settlement in India. It was a Portuguese colony from the early 16th century until 1961 when it was annexed by India.

Option 4: Chandamagar - Chandamagar, also known as Chandannagar, was a French settlement in India. It is located in West Bengal and was under French rule until 1950.

In conclusion, the correct answer is option 3, Goa, as it was not a French settlement in India but a Portuguese colony.

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