The capital of Goa was shifted from Old Goa to Panjim in 1843.
Old Goa was the capital of Goa from the 16th century until the 18th century. It was a major center of Portuguese trade and culture. However, the city was devastated by a series of epidemics in the 18th century, and the Portuguese government decided to move the capital to Panjim.
Panjim is a port city on the Mandovi River. It is the current capital of Goa and the largest city in the state. Panjim is a popular tourist destination, known for its Portuguese colonial architecture and its beaches.
The following are the options for the question:
- A. 1990: This is incorrect. The capital of Goa was not shifted from Old Goa to Panjim in 1990.
- B. 1843: This is the correct answer. The capital of Goa was shifted from Old Goa to Panjim in 1843.
- C. 1885: This is incorrect. The capital of Goa was not shifted from Old Goa to Panjim in 1885.
- D. 1889: This is incorrect. The capital of Goa was not shifted from Old Goa to Panjim in 1889.