I. Hawkins was the first Englishman to visit Jahangir's court
II. Hawkins was called by the name of English Khan, by Jahangir

Which of the above statement (s) is/are correct related to Hawkins?

A. Both I and II are correct

B. Both I and II are incorrect

C. Only I is correct

D. Only II is correct

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Hawkins was the first Englishman to visit Jahangir's court. Hawkins was called by the name of English Khan, by Jahangir. This English Khan was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat but under the Pressure of the Portuguese Viceroy, the grant was withdrawn.