Question

    Who secured trading rights for the East India Company from

    Mughal Emperor Jahangir?
    A John Mildenhall Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Thomas Roe Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Captain Best Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Captain Hawkins Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    - Sir Thomas Roe (1615–1618) successfully negotiated trade concessions as an ambassador of King James I.
    - Captain Hawkins (1608–1611) failed to secure lasting privileges.
    - Captain Best won the Battle of Swally (1612), strengthening the EIC’s naval position.

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