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the Ganga at Allahabad. The Ghaghara, the Gandak and the Kosi rise in
                the Nepal Himalaya. They are the rivers, which flood parts of the northern
                plains every year, causing widespread damage to life and property,
                whereas, they enrich the soil for agricultural use. The main tributaries,
                which come from the peninsular uplands, are the Chambal, the Betwa and
                the Son. These rise from semi-arid areas, have shorter courses and do not
                carry much water in them.
                    (i)    There are many rivers like the Ganga which originates from
                           the Himalayas. What similarities you may find in these
                           rivers?
                    (ii)    What is the important step taken by the government for the
                           conservation of the river Ganga as a flagship programme in
                           June 2014? What does it aim at?
                    (iii)    By which name the Ganga River is known in Bangladesh?
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