Which architectural style characterises the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) building in Mumbai, completed in 1887?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Victorian Gothic
Explanation:
· CSMT (formerly Victoria Terminus) was constructed in Victorian Gothic Revival architectural style.
· The structure blends Gothic elements such as pointed arches, turrets and stained-glass windows with local influences.
· The building was completed in 1887 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee.
Information Booster:
· CSMT is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of India’s most iconic railway buildings.
· The architect Frederick William Stevens designed the building, inspired by Victorian Gothic stations in London.
Additional Knowledge:
· Option (a) Mughal – Involves domes, arches and Persian influences; not used for CSMT.
· Option (c) Indo-Saracenic – A fusion style used in many British-era buildings, but CSMT is specifically Victorian Gothic.
· Option (d) Rajput – Known for jharokhas, chhatris and stone carvings; unrelated to CSMT design.