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Question
Give geographical reasons.
The population is concentrated in regions around the Ganga river.
Solution
- The Ganga River basin has fertile alluvial soil and a continuous water supply, making it ideal for agriculture.
- The region’s moderate climate and monsoon rainfall support crop cultivation, attracting a large population.
- Additionally, cities like Varanasi, Kanpur, Patna, and Kolkata offer industrial, trade, and employment opportunities.
- The well-developed transport network and the religious significance of cities like Haridwar and Prayagraj also contribute to high population density.
- Thus, the Ganga basin is one of India's most populated regions.
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