Which Victorian-era development helped reduce urban crime and manage the social tensions caused by rapid urbanization?
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Correct answer: The establishment of the Metropolitan Police
Sir Robert Peel established the first disciplined, professional police force in London in 1829. This was a response to the perceived disorder and rising crime rates associated with the massive, anonymous crowds of the new industrial city.
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