SSC MTS EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -The River Ganges (or Ganga) flows from the Himalayas all the way to the Bay of Bengal, through some of Asia’s most densely-populated regions. Its river basin is more than 1 million sq km, and home to over 650 million people.

Detailed explanation-2: -Several sites along the banks of the river are considered especially sacred, including Prayag (Allahabad), Haridwar, and Varanasi (Benares). People carry sacred water from the Ganges that is sealed in copper pots after making the pilgrimage to Kashi.

Detailed explanation-3: -The river water of Ganga-Gangajaal is equated to nectar in Indian traditions due to its purity and sanctity. The ashes of the deceased are also let into this river for it is considered to be a gateway for a peaceful departure to heaven.

Detailed explanation-4: -Currently, the seven rivers considered as sacred ones are: Ganges River, Yamuna River, Indus River, Saraswati River, Godavari River, Narmada River and Kaveri River.