Question

When and where was the first section of the underground railway opened in the world ? Explain any three difficulties of travelling in that underground railway.

Answer 1

10th January 1863 from Paddington to Farringtion street London.

^{Difficulties:}  

^{(i) The compartments were filled with smoke.}

^{(ii) The atmosphere was a mixture of sulfur, coal dust, and foul fumes.}

^{(iii) Suffocation led to Asphyxiation.}

(iv) People were afraid to travel underground.  

(v) Many felt that'iron monsters' added to the mass and unhealthiness of the city.