The world-famous 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus' (formerly Victoria Terminus) in Mumbai was designed by which British architect? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The world-famous 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus' (formerly Victoria Terminus) in Mumbai was designed by which British architect?
A. Frederick William Stevens
B. Henry Irwin
C. Robert Fellowes Chisholm
D. George Wittet
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The magnificent Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus was designed by architectural engineer Frederick William Stevens in the High Victorian Gothic Revival style.

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C. Aurangzeb
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Correct Answer: Option B


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Correct Answer: Option C


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