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Which major Indian port city did Tipu Sultan attempt to capture or control during his conflicts?
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Calicut
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- Calicut
- Goa
- Bombay
- Pondicherry
Explanation & Context
Tipu Sultan launched expeditions to capture Calicut (Kozhikode) in an attempt to gain control over the Malabar coast and its lucrative trade routes.
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