Growth of Muslim Population in Medieval India, A.D. 1000–1800 c11.38

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c11.38

Returning to the West coast, we find that Goa was a great emporium, an impressive city, and a centre of maritime activity.²⁶ Its ruler (Sabaio) had large fleets, excellent fortifications and a sizable army. Emissaries reportedly came to his court from as far away as Aden and Cairo.²⁷ The College at Goa had 720 students in 1569.²⁸ Its population in 1640 is said to have amounted to 190,000.²⁹

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