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Consider the following statements: 1. Francis Xavier was one of the founding members of the Jesuit Order. 2. Francis Xavier died in Goa and a church is dedicated to him there. 3. The Feast of St. Francis Xavier is celebrated in Goa each year. Which of the statements given above are correct?

UPSC · 2021 · Modern Indian History
Question:
Consider the following statements: 1. Francis Xavier was one of the founding members of the Jesuit Order. 2. Francis Xavier died in Goa and a church is dedicated to him there. 3. The Feast of St. Francis Xavier is celebrated in Goa each year. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Options

1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
Answer: 1 and 3 only

Explanation:
Francis Xavier was indeed one of the founding members of the Jesuit Order. He died on Shangchuan Island (China), not in Goa. His body was later brought to Goa, where his feast is celebrated annually.

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