The first printing press in Goa was established in the year

1556
1578
1602
1626

The correct answer is: B. 1578

The first printing press in Goa was established by the Jesuits in 1578. It was the first printing press in India and the first in Asia outside of China. The press was used to print religious texts, as well as books on a variety of other subjects. It played an important role in the spread of education and knowledge in Goa.

Option A: 1556 is incorrect because the first printing press in Goa was established in 1578.

Option C: 1602 is incorrect because the first printing press in Goa was established in 1578.

Option D: 1626 is incorrect because the first printing press in Goa was established in 1578.