Question

Briefly explain the features of New Delhi that developed under the British. In what ways New Delhi is different from Old Delhi ? ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Old Delhi is the most historic part of the metropolis, with its origins dating back to the time of the Moghuls. In contrast, New Delhi was designed by the British during colonial times, with much of the architectural work being down to Edwin Lutyens in the 1920s and 1930s(i) Shahjahanabad was a walled city but this was not the case with the New Delhi. (ii) Shahjahanabad had crowded mohallas and mazes of narrow bylanes. ... (iii) New Delhi had better water supply, sewage disposal and drainage facilities. It had trees and parks ensuring fresh air and adequate supply of oxygen