Ganga River Cleanup Efforts

The Ganga River, sacred in Hinduism, faces severe pollution challenges. Despite its cultural and spiritual significance, the river suffers from untreated sewage and industrial waste, leading to health issues. Government efforts to clean the river have been slow due to bureaucratic hurdles. Long-term solutions require restoring natural flow and public awareness. Climate change further complicates these efforts.

What is the Ganga River known for besides being one of the most revered waterways?

• Being the widest river in the world

• Being one of the most polluted rivers

• Being the longest river in the world

• Having the most diverse marine life

Why do believers take ritual baths in the Ganga River?

• To collect water for cooking

• To practice swimming

• To heal the body and clean the soul

• To cool off during hot weather

What is the main cause of pollution in the Ganga River according to experts?

• Industrial waste

• Untreated sewage

• Plastic waste

• Agricultural runoff

What has Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a signature issue for his government?

• Increasing agricultural output

• Cleaning the Ganga River

• Improving transportation

• Building new temples

What is a major obstacle in the Ganga River cleanup efforts according to Vishwambhar Nath Mishra?

• Red tape-ism

• Lack of public interest

• Insufficient technology

• Opposition from religious groups

What does Rajiv Ranjan Mishra say is necessary for the Ganga River cleanup?

• More funding

• Immediate action

• A long-term approach

• International support

What is one of the proposed solutions to reduce pollution from rituals?

• Relocating rituals to another river

• Increasing the number of rituals

• Using electric crematoria

• Banning all rituals

What environmental factor is complicating the Ganga River cleanup?

• Air pollution

• Deforestation

• Climate change

• Rising sea levels

What does Arunabha Ghosh identify as a major problem in the Ganga cleanup effort?

• Insufficient religious support

• Governance architecture issues

• Lack of public awareness

• Overpopulation

What is the impact of reduced water flow in the Ganga River?

• Improved water quality

• Increased fish population

• Less water for cities like Varanasi

• More frequent floods