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What is the life of the Ganges River?
The life of the River Ganges is based on Ganga Ma but it will dry out in 20 years according to religious books.
What is the geological history of the formation of river ganga?
The Ganges River is believed to have originated from the Himalayas around 70 million years ago through the tectonic collision of the Indian subcontinent with the Asian plate. It has been shaped by glacial activity, erosion, and sediment deposition over the millennia, resulting in its current form as an important river system in India.
Why do people go to the river Ganges?
Where is the river 'Ganges' Varanasi, India Why? It has long been considered a holy river by Hindus and worshiped as the goddess Ganga in Hinduism. For Hindus in India, the Ganga is not just a river but a mother, a goddess, a tradition, a culture and much more. Some Hindus also believe life is incomplete without bathing in the Ganga at least once in one's lifetime. Many Hindu families keep a vial of water from the Ganga in their house. This is done because it is prestigious to have water of the Holy Ganga in the house, and also so that if someone is dying, that person will be able to drink its water. Many Hindus believe that the water from the Ganga can cleanse a person's soul of all past sins, and that it can also cure the ill. The ancient scriptures mention that the water of Ganges carries the blessings of Lord Vishnu's feet; hence Mother Ganges is also known as Vishnupadi, which means "Emanating from the Lotus feet of Supreme Lord Sri Vishnu.
Why is Ganga the national river of India?
because it is considerd as holy and have incredible healing capacity. For years, the dead bodies are drowned to Its water but there's never any epidemic spread from it. It has been proved scientifically that Its water never turns bad over time. There's many more if you wanna know. Thats why it is the national river of India
What type of erosion was the Grand Canyon formed by?
Well it was formed by the Colorado river! Which is water erosion!
How does river water change the features of the river?
because it does. from all the other rivers. i learn that in school, 2 years ago
What is the coliform count in ganga river?
A 2006 measurement of pollution in the Ganges revealed that river water monitoring over the previous 12 years had demonstrated fecal coliform counts up to 100,000,000 MPN (most probable number) per 100 ml and biological oxygen demand levels averaging over 40 mg/l in the most polluted part of the river in Varanasi. The overall rate of water-borne/enteric disease incidence, including acute gastrointestinal disease, cholera, dysentery, hepatitis-A, and typhoid, was estimated to be about 66%.
Frequency of flooding of ganga?
The frequency of flooding along the Ganga River varies significantly depending on the season and regional factors. Typically, flooding occurs during the monsoon season from June to September, when heavy rainfall and snowmelt increase water levels. Certain areas, particularly in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, are more prone to flooding due to their low-lying topography and extensive riverbanks. Climate change and deforestation have also contributed to the increased unpredictability and severity of flooding events in recent years.
What is the importance of the Ganges River in Hinduism?
the river ganges is supposedly the holiest of the "holy trinity" of rivers in India.(the indus,the brahmaputra and the ganges..).. and yes even though the banks of the river are completely filled with piles of garbage and there are hundreds of mutilated bodies floating in it... it is still considered to be extremely pure and it is a longheld Hindu tradition of washing away all of your life sins by dipping your self in the holy ganges.... that is if you are willing to take the risk
What country has plentiful water for irrigation?
Egypt has plentiful water for irrigation due to the Nile River, which has supported agriculture in the region for thousands of years. The river's annual flooding provides fertile soil and water for crops.
How was the Thames River formed?
Just as for all rivers, it was formed by flowing water.
What body of water in Egypt provided annual floods to farmers for thousands of years?
The river Nile.
