Which of the following area(s) of India was under the control of European powers even after getting Independence on 15 Aug 1947?

Goa, Pondicherry

The correct answer is Option (2) - Goa, Pondicherry 

While India gained independence from British rule on 15th August 1947, there were certain regions which still remained under European control. The French had control over Puducherry. The French transferred the territories under its control to India on 1st of November 1954.Similarly, Goa was also a Portuguese colony. It was annexed to India by the Indian Army only in 1961. Thus, Goa was the last state to join the Indian territory.