Pollution and Conservation of the Ganga River

Pollution and Conservation of the Ganga River

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the significance of the Ganga River and other Indian rivers, highlighting the benefits of the Ganga, such as irrigation and power generation. It addresses the severe pollution issues facing the Ganga, including industrial waste and other pollutants. The video also outlines strategies for controlling pollution, such as sewage treatment and public awareness, and mentions the Ganga Action Plan initiated by the government.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of the Ganga River mentioned in the video?

Irrigation

Power generation

Fisheries

Tourism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current status of the Ganga River according to the video?

It is the most polluted river in the world.

It is the longest river in India.

It is one of the 10 most endangered rivers in the world.

It is the cleanest river in the world.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a major source of pollution in the Ganga River?

Fishing activities

Tourist activities

Discharge of industrial waste

Natural erosion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of waste is NOT mentioned as a pollutant in the Ganga River?

Agricultural waste

Medical waste

Plastic waste

Electronic waste

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which activity is NOT listed as contributing to the pollution of the Ganga River?

Washing clothes

Animal wallowing

Bathing in the river

Fishing

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the measures mentioned to control pollution in the Ganga River?

Building more dams

Interception and diversion of sewage

Increasing industrial activities

Promoting tourism

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which initiative has the government started to protect the Ganga River?

Ganga Clean-Up Drive

Ganga Action Plan

Ganga Restoration Project

Ganga Conservation Initiative

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key component of the Ganga Action Plan?

Riverfront development

Building more bridges

Promoting fishing activities

Increasing industrial output