What were the cause for the decline of the Portuguese in India
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There are many reasons that are looked upon as the cause of fall of Portuguese Empire in India.
● after the death of Albuquerque, no strong person was sent to India by the Portuguese, this was the first step in the disintegration of Portuguese Empire in India.
● The salaries of the officers in Portuguese administration was very low thus, officers readily took bribes making the administration system was corrupt.
● Portuguese introduced Inquisition into India and committed attrocities on people who were not Christians. In this way, their religious policies were also responsible for the downfall of the empire.
● The establishment of Mughal Empire is also considered one of the main reasons for downfall of the Portuguese.
● In 1580, Portugal came under the control of Spain and as a result of that influence of Portugal decreased on India.