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Ganges River
The Ganges known as the "national river" in India and often considered a holy river by Hindus.
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What is the religious reason a nose ring is used for?
In some cultures, a nose ring is worn as a symbol of beauty, status, or wealth. In others, it may have religious significance, such as in Hinduism where it is believed to honor the goddess Parvati. Nose rings can also be worn as a sign of marriage or betrothal in certain traditions.
What river is near the ganges river?
the mountain range that is near the ganges river is the himalayas!
What is the latitude and longitude of the Ganges River?
well, there is not really a longitude and latitude for the Indus River because it's long and it's not on a certain point! Dah!
What are some uses of the Ganges River?
River Ganges is a Holy river for many religions. Hindus believe bathing in the river purifys them. The river is also used for "water burial". A floatable pyre is constructed for the body and set alight, it is then released into the river.
Why has the government been slow in cleanup efforts in India's Ganges river?
India is underdeveloped and therefore lacks the necessary finances to undertake clean up efforts.
What is the main objective behind the ganga-yamuna action plan?
it aims to provide clean and pure water
What is the daily lives of people who live near the Ganges?
The daily lives of people who live near The River Ganges is that they do an Holy Dip in the River so it will get rid of their sins,washing is done,ashes being chucked into the River and an estimation of 200 litres of unwanted sewage is chucked into the River and is then called pollotion
How do you prevent flooding of the ganges?
people should develop the awareness of not polluting the sacred river ,for that there should be strict rule that no one should not be allowed to take bath in the river. no pooja things other than flowers should not be floated.if people were against this government should collect penalty[fine]
How people effect the Ganges River?
The Ganges helps people to purify themselves and also to wash away their sins by emersing themselves in the sacred water. Most importantly when they have been cremated their ashes will be washed away in the Ganges so their after life will be peaceful.
What plants are found at the banks of the Ganges river?
combrainan shurb gongath plant cokinspaniel they also live in the river
What are somethings about the Ganges River Valley?
· The origin of the Ganges is a glacier called Gangotri, this is where the river Ganges got its name from.
T The Gangotri is a glacier on the Himalayas situated approximately 14,000 feet above sea level.
· Being the longest river in India, the river Ganges is approximately 1557 miles
What are the advantages of the ganges river?
1. It brings the fertile alluvial silt from the Himalayas and flood the Ganges plain making it one of the most fertile tracts in the world.
2. It makes 12 waterfalls before reaching Haridwar and is used to generate hydroelectricity.
3. Considered as the most sacred river, people bathe in it to be purified from their sins.
4. Canals leading from the main river is used as an effective means of irrigation in the plains.
5. As it is a perennial river, it provides water the year long.
Where does the ganges flow through?
The Ganges river started at the Gangori Glacier at the Himalayas mountain. It flow down and flows through India then Bangladesh, finally, it emptied into the bay of Bengal.
What are the three rivers in New York?
The Hudson, the East and the Harlem Rivers are all a part of New York City.
