Question
Consider the following statements
1. Francis Xavier was one of the founding members of the Jesuit Order.
2. Francis Xavier died in Goa and a church is dedicated to him there,
3. The Feast of St. Francis Xavier is celebrated in Goa each year.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer:
C
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Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: Saint Francis Xavier was a founder of the Jesuit order and a patron saint of missionaries.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Francis Xavier died on Sancian Island due to illness and his body was subsequently taken to Goa.
Statement 3 is correct: The Feast of St. Francis Xavier, marking the anniversary of his death, is celebrated on December 3rd each year at the Basilica of Bom Jesus in Goa.