River The Ganges And Brahmaputra Flashcards
Which major rivers provide essential resources and face significant challenges in the region
The Ganges and Brahmaputra
Which major cities rely on the Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers for water supply
New Delhi and Kolkata
What type of agricultural benefits from the nutrient-rich alluvium deposited by the Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers
Crops like rice and jute
How are the Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers culturally significant
They are significant to Hindus and attract millions of Piligrims annually
What major flooding event affected Bangladesh, and when did it occur
In 1998, 75% of Bangladesh was flooded, affecting over 30 million people
What were the consequences of the 1998 flood in Bangladesh
Significant causalities and crop loss
What was the aim of the flood action plan (FAP) funded by the world bank
To mitigate floods through monitoring, levee construction, and flood shelters
What issues did the flood action plan (FAP) face
Incomplete projects and financial constraints
What are the future strategies to mitigate flooding in the region
Better flood forecasting and well-stocked shelters
Why are better flood forecasting and well-stocked shelters considered more effective
They are more sustainable and cost-effective
