Question

    When did Rowland Macdonald Stephenson and his team arrive at Calcutta for a plan survey of the Indian Railways?

    A 1 July 1845 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B September 1845 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C October 1845 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D August 1845 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Rowland Macdonald Stephenson (1808-95), an experienced railway engineer, was chosen as the Company's first managing director. Stephenson and three surveyors immediately headed to Calcutta, arriving in July 1845.

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