Ganges River Pollution and Solutions

Ganges River Pollution and Solutions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video discusses the severe pollution of the Ganges River in India, exacerbated by a heat wave. Despite its cultural and religious significance, the river is heavily polluted due to industrial waste, religious practices, and inadequate government initiatives. Health issues are rampant among locals. Efforts to clean the river face challenges like corruption and economic dependencies. However, there is hope through sustainable practices and international support. A multifaceted approach is needed to balance religious practices with environmental needs.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main reasons people are flocking to the Ganges River during the heat wave?

To participate in a religious festival

To escape the extreme heat

To fish for food

To collect water for irrigation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant contributor to the pollution of the Ganges River?

Agricultural runoff

Industrial waste from factories

Natural disasters

Tourism activities

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the cultural significance of the Ganges River contribute to its pollution?

Via religious rituals and practices

By encouraging tourism

Due to agricultural activities

Through the construction of dams

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What health issues are prevalent among those relying on the Ganges River?

Respiratory diseases

Neurological disorders

Skin and gastrointestinal diseases

Cardiovascular diseases

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been a major challenge in the government's efforts to clean the Ganges?

Lack of public interest

Insufficient technology

Corruption and poor implementation

International opposition

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it difficult to enforce environmental laws on the Ganges River?

International treaties

Lack of legal framework

Because of strong religious sentiments

Due to the river's remote location

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant economic challenge in cleaning the Ganges River?

High cost of technology

Dependence on industries that pollute the river

Lack of international funding

Competition with other rivers

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