In how many of the above-given locations did the British East India Company establish their factories during the reign of Mughal…

Question

Consider the following locations:

I. Surat

II. Madras

III. Bombay

In how many of the above-given locations did the British East India Company establish their factories during the reign of Mughal emperor Jahangir?

1. A. Only one (Correct answer)
2. B. Only two
3. C. All three
4. D. None

Correct Answer

Option A — Only one

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Only one.

Key Points

• During Mughal Emperor Jahangir's reign (1605-1627), the British East India Company established its factory at Surat (1612-13) — only one location among the three listed.
• Madras (Fort St. George) was established in 1639 under Shah Jahan, and Bombay was acquired in 1661 during Aurangzeb's period.
• Only Surat (I) was established during Jahangir's reign.