Question

Why was the development of underground railways critisized?

Answer 1

1. People were afraid to travel underground.
2. The compartments were over crowded and polluted by smoke.
3. The atmosphere was a mixture of sulphur, coal and dust with foul fumes from the gas lamps.
4.Many felt that the iron monsters added to the mess and unhealthiness in the city.
5.Suffocation due to lack of oxygen supply and heat.