Which community descends from Dutch and Portuguese settlers who married local people?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. The Burghers
- Step 1: Burghers are a small Eurasian community with Dutch and Portuguese ancestry. Answer: The Burghers. Why not the others: The Veddas are the indigenous people, the Malays came from Java and the Parsis from India.
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