The Victoria Memorial in Kolkata, a monumental marble structure blending British, Mughal, and Venetian architectural styles, was designed by which British architect? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Victoria Memorial in Kolkata, a monumental marble structure blending British, Mughal, and Venetian architectural styles, was designed by which British architect?
A. Edwin Lutyens
B. George Wittet
C. Herbert Baker
D. William Emerson
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Victoria Memorial was designed by Sir William Emerson, President of the Royal Institute of British Architects. It opened to the public in 1921.

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