When did Goa get independence from the Portuguese?
When did Goa get independence from the Portuguese?
(A) 1951
(B) 1955
(C) 1961
(D) 1969
On December 19, 1961, India took military action called Operation Vijay to free Goa from Portuguese rule. Even though India became independent in 1947, Portugal did not want to give up Goa. They had been in control since they colonized it back in 1510.