River Pollution in India

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Which river in India is considered the most polluted?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Godavari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganges River is considered the most polluted river in India due to the discharge of untreated sewage, industrial waste, and agricultural runoff.

What is the primary source of pollution in the Yamuna River?

  1. Industrial waste

  2. Agricultural runoff

  3. Sewage discharge

  4. Mining activities


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sewage discharge from cities and towns along the Yamuna River is the primary source of pollution, contributing to high levels of fecal coliform bacteria and organic matter.

Which city is responsible for the majority of pollution in the Brahmaputra River?

  1. Guwahati

  2. Kolkata

  3. Patna

  4. New Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guwahati, located in the northeastern state of Assam, is the primary contributor to pollution in the Brahmaputra River due to the discharge of untreated sewage and industrial waste.

What is the main cause of pollution in the Godavari River?

  1. Fertilizer runoff

  2. Oil spills

  3. Plastic waste

  4. Mining activities


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fertilizer runoff from agricultural fields is the primary cause of pollution in the Godavari River, leading to eutrophication and algal blooms.

Which government agency is responsible for monitoring and regulating river pollution in India?

  1. Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

  2. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)

  3. National Green Tribunal (NGT)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), and National Green Tribunal (NGT) collectively monitor and regulate river pollution in India.

What is the Ganga Action Plan (GAP)?

  1. A program to clean up the Ganges River

  2. Aforestation initiative along the Ganges River

  3. A water conservation project in the Ganges Basin

  4. A flood control project in the Ganges River


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganga Action Plan (GAP) is a program launched by the Indian government to clean up the Ganges River and its tributaries.

Which river in India has been declared as a 'National River'?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Godavari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganges River has been declared as a 'National River' in India due to its cultural and religious significance.

What is the primary pollutant found in the industrial effluents discharged into rivers in India?

  1. Heavy metals

  2. Toxic chemicals

  3. Organic solvents

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Industrial effluents discharged into rivers in India contain a variety of pollutants, including heavy metals, toxic chemicals, and organic solvents.

Which river in India is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar'?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Kosi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kosi River in India is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to its frequent flooding and unpredictable behavior, causing significant damage and displacement.

What is the main source of pollution in the Narmada River?

  1. Industrial waste

  2. Agricultural runoff

  3. Sewage discharge

  4. Mining activities


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Industrial waste from paper mills, chemical plants, and textile factories is the primary source of pollution in the Narmada River.

Which river in India is considered the 'Lifeline of Gujarat'?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Narmada


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Narmada River is considered the 'Lifeline of Gujarat' due to its importance as a source of water for irrigation, drinking, and industrial purposes.

What is the primary pollutant found in agricultural runoff that contributes to river pollution in India?

  1. Pesticides

  2. Fertilizers

  3. Herbicides

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Agricultural runoff in India contains a variety of pollutants, including pesticides, fertilizers, and herbicides, which contribute to river pollution.

Which river in India is known as the 'River of Sorrows'?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Tapi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tapi River in India is known as the 'River of Sorrows' due to its history of flooding and the challenges faced by communities living along its banks.

What is the primary source of pollution in the Krishna River?

  1. Industrial waste

  2. Agricultural runoff

  3. Sewage discharge

  4. Mining activities


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sewage discharge from cities and towns along the Krishna River is the primary source of pollution, contributing to high levels of fecal coliform bacteria and organic matter.

Which river in India is considered the 'Dakshin Ganga'?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Brahmaputra

  4. Godavari


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Godavari River in India is considered the 'Dakshin Ganga' or 'Southern Ganges' due to its cultural and religious significance.

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