How does Bassanio win the right to marry Portia?

Bassanio wins the right to marry Portia by choosing the correct casket out of three options, which contains Portia's picture and leads to her hand in marriage according to her deceased father's wishes.

Explanation:

Bassanio, a young Venetian nobleman, is desperately in love with the wealthy and beautiful Portia. However, he is unable to marry her due to his financial situation. In order to try and secure the hand of Portia in marriage, he devises a plan that involves borrowing money from his friend Antonio, who is a wealthy merchant. Bassanio sets out to visit Portia in Belmont, where she lives with her father. He brings with him a lavish gift of jewels, hoping to impress her and win her affection. Upon meeting Portia, he immediately falls in love with her and expresses his desire to marry her. However, Portia's father has set a challenge for any potential suitors.

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