The correct answer is: A. 1651
Benaulim is a village in South Goa district in the Indian state of Goa. It is located on the Arabian Sea coast, about 10 kilometers south of Margao. The village is known for its beaches, churches, and temples.
Benaulim was founded in 1651 by the Portuguese. The village was originally called Benaulim-de-Cabral, after the Portuguese viceroy Afonso de Albuquerque. The village was renamed Benaulim in 1759.
Benaulim is a popular tourist destination. The village has a number of hotels, restaurants, and shops. The village is also home to a number of festivals, including the Feast of St. Francis Xavier, which is held in December.
The following are the brief descriptions of each option:
- A. 1651 – This is the correct answer. Benaulim was founded in 1651 by the Portuguese.
- B. 1674 – This is incorrect. Benaulim was founded in 1651, not 1674.
- C. 1630 – This is incorrect. Benaulim was founded in 1651, not 1630.
- D. 1681 – This is incorrect. Benaulim was founded in 1651, not 1681.