What was the main commodity that Vasco da Gama sought in India?
Gold
Silk
Spices
Textiles
Answer
The main commodity that Vasco da Gama sought in India was spices, particularly pepper and cinnamon. These spices were highly valued in Europe, and the direct sea route to India allowed the Portuguese to establish a monopoly on their trade for several decades.
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