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What are the factors responsible for pollution of the river?

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Defecating in the river

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Throwing garbage, flowers, idols of gods into river

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Industrial units discharging toxic chemical wastes into the river

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All of the above

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Solution

The correct option is D All of the above
All of the given options add harmful chemicals and toxins to the water, making it unfit for the habitation of aquatic animals, or use by human beings.
Hence, the correct option is D.

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