Ganges

Glossaries

Term	Definition
Ganges	The Ganges is a sacred river in India, stretching 2,525 kilometers, and plays a central role in Hindu culture and religion. The Ganges, also known as Ganga, originates in the western Himalayas in India and flows into the Bay of Bengal. It passes through the states of Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. This river is sacred to Hindus, who personify it as the goddess Ganga. It is crucial for irrigation, water supply, and transportation. Many cities and holy sites, such as Varanasi and Haridwar, are situated along its banks. The Ganges holds significant ecological and economic importance, but it also faces severe pollution challenges.

Term

Definition

The Ganges is a sacred river in India, stretching 2,525 kilometers, and plays a central role in Hindu culture and religion.

The Ganges, also known as Ganga, originates in the western Himalayas in India and flows into the Bay of Bengal. It passes through the states of Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. This river is sacred to Hindus, who personify it as the goddess Ganga. It is crucial for irrigation, water supply, and transportation. Many cities and holy sites, such as Varanasi and Haridwar, are situated along its banks. The Ganges holds significant ecological and economic importance, but it also faces severe pollution challenges.