List two main causes of the pollution of water of the river Ganga

List two main causes of the pollution of water of the river Ganga. State how pollution and contamination of river water prove harmful for the health of the people of neighbouring areas.

Two main causes of the pollution of water of the river Ganga are listed below:

  • Release of industrial wastes into the river Ganga.
  • Releases of domestic wastes into the river Ganga.

Pollution and contamination of river water is harmful for the health of the people of neighbouring areas as the people use river water for domestic use as well as for drinking purpose. Drinking this contaminated water leads to several health diseases such as typhoid and cholera. Thus, one should control water pollution to lead a healthy life.