Who among the following has been called as a “Heaven Born General”?

Albuquerque
Robert Clive
Francis Dupleix
Lord Cornwallis

The correct answer is (a) Albuquerque.

Albuquerque was a Portuguese general and statesman who conquered Goa and Malacca for Portugal. He is considered to be one of the greatest military commanders in history. He was known for his daring and innovative tactics, and he was able to defeat much larger armies with his smaller forces. He was also a skilled diplomat, and he was able to negotiate favorable treaties with the local rulers.

Robert Clive was a British general and statesman who is considered to be the founder of the British Empire in India. He was a brilliant military strategist, and he was able to defeat the Indian forces at the Battle of Plassey in 1757. This victory gave the British control of Bengal, and it marked the beginning of the British Raj in India.

Francis Dupleix was a French general and statesman who was the founder of the French Empire in India. He was a brilliant military strategist, and he was able to defeat the British forces at the Battle of Wandiwash in 1759. This victory gave the French control of much of southern India, and it marked the beginning of the French rivalry with the British in India.

Lord Cornwallis was a British general and statesman who served as the Governor-General of India from 1786 to 1793. He is best known for his victory over the Indian forces at the Battle of Seringapatam in 1792. This victory gave the British control of Mysore, and it marked the end of the Mysore Wars.

Albuquerque is the only one of the four options who has been called a “Heaven Born General”. This title was given to him by the Mughal emperor Akbar, who was impressed by his military prowess.