Who among the following rulers of mediaeval Gujarat surrendered Diu to the Portuguese?

Options

1. Ahmad Shah
2. Mahmud Begarha
3. Bahadur Shah
4. Muhammad Shah

Correct Answer

Bahadur Shah

Explanation

Bahadur Shah, the ruler of Gujarat, surrendered Diu to the Portuguese in 1535 CE. This was done as part of a treaty to seek Portuguese assistance against the Mughal threat from Humayun. Later, Diu became one of the earliest Portuguese settlements in India.

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