Pollution and Tourism in Varanasi

The video explores the ancient city of Varanasi, believed to be founded by the god Shiva. It highlights the city's historical significance and its current state as a major tourist attraction. However, the Ganges River, central to Varanasi's identity, is heavily polluted with rubbish and untreated wastewater. Despite government promises to clean the river, little progress has been made, and the pollution remains a significant issue, affecting tourism and the environment.

Who is believed to have founded the city of Varanasi?

• Brahma

• Vishnu

• Shiva

• Krishna

What is a major reason tourists are disturbed when visiting Varanasi?

• The high cost of living

• The lack of accommodation

• The pollution in the Ganges

• The noise in the city

What is a significant source of pollution in the Ganges?

• Agricultural runoff

• Untreated wastewater from the city

• Air pollution

• Industrial waste

How many drains flow into the Ganges in Varanasi?

• 48

• 36

• 12

• 24

What is the estimated amount of untreated wastewater that flows into the Ganges daily?

• 300 million litres

• 100 million litres

• 400 million litres

• 200 million litres

What has been the impact of pollution on marine life in the Ganges?

• It has increased biodiversity

• It has had no impact

• It has improved water quality

• It has killed all marine life

What is the population growth along the Ganges each year?

• 3 million

• 2 million

• 1 million

• 500,000

What has been the government's response to the pollution in the Ganges?

• They have closed all drains

• They have banned tourism

• They have made promises but little progress

• They have installed purifying stations

Who is Sanjay Sharma?

• A local shopkeeper

• A city council worker

• A tourist guide

• A religious leader

What has been the result of successive government pledges to clean the Ganges?

• Significant improvement

• Installation of purifying stations

• Complete cleanup

• No significant action