Question

List the main causes for the pollution of water of river Ganga. State how pollution and contamination of river water prove harmful for the health of the people of neighbouring areas.

Answer 1

The main causes of pollution in the water of the river Ganga are as follows:

1. Dumping of rubbish, excreta, wastewater, and unburned bodies or ashes into the Ganga.
2. Untreated industrial trash with chemical effluents is dumped into the Ganga.

Effects of pollution and contamination of river water:

1. These activities pollute and poison the water, making it unsuitable for aquatic life.
2. Pollution and pollution of river water are hazardous to the health of residents in neighboring communities because industrial waste is poured into the water, rendering it unsuitable for drinking and other uses.
3. People in the surrounding areas utilize this water for personal use and drinking.