Match List I with List II.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)

The correct answer is Option (3) → (A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)

(A) Dutch in Masulipatnam - (III) 1605

The Dutch established themselves in Masulipatnam in 1605.

(B) Portuguese in Panaji - (I) 1510

The Portuguese settled in Goa, including Panaji, in 1510.

(C) French in Pondicherry - (IV) 1673

The French established their presence in Pondicherry in 1673.

(D) British in Madras - (II) 1639

The British East India Company acquired Madraspatnam in 1639, which later developed into the city of Madras (Chennai).

So, the correct option is [3].