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Who designed the Gateway of India, and when was its construction completed?

AArchitect George Wittet, completed in 1924

BArchitect Edwin Lutyens, completed in 1920

CArchitect Charles Correa, completed in 1925

DArchitect Michelangelo, completed in 1920

Answer:

A. Architect George Wittet, completed in 1924

Read Explanation:

- The Gateway to India, situated in Mumbai, Maharashtra, was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India. - It was built during British rule and was inaugurated on December 4, 1924. - The foundation stone for the monument was laid on March 31, 1911. - The monument's final design, created by architect George Wittet, was approved in 1914, and construction was completed in 1924. - Standing 26 meters (85 feet) tall, the basalt structure resembles a triumphal arch and reflects the architectural style of the period, including influences from Gujarati architecture. - Constructed in the Indo-Saracenic style, which combines elements of Indian and Islamic architecture, the monument was built in Bombay, India, in the 20th century, with influences of Gujarati style also evident.


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