The iconic structural landmark 'Rabindra Setu' (Howrah Bridge) replaced an older historical floating pontoon bridge designed by whom? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The iconic structural landmark 'Rabindra Setu' (Howrah Bridge) replaced an older historical floating pontoon bridge designed by whom?

A. Sir Bradford Leslie

B. James Augustus Hicky

C. William Emerson

D. Sir John Benton

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The original floating pontoon bridge across the Hooghly River linking Howrah and Calcutta was designed and opened by Sir Bradford Leslie in 1874.

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