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John III's policies in India helped Portugal monopolize trade from which island group?

  • The Balearic Islands

  • The Hawaiian Islands

  • The Canary Islands

  • The Maluku Islands

Answer

The Maluku Islands, also known as the Spice Islands, were the source of valuable spices such as cloves, nutmeg, and mace. John III, King of Portugal, implemented a series of policies aimed at securing Portuguese control over the spice trade in the Indian Ocean. These policies included the establishment of fortified trading posts, the use of military force to deter competitors, and the formation of alliances with local rulers.
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