Export your learner materials as an interactive game, a webpage, or FAQ style cheatsheet.
Unsaved Work Found!
It looks like you have unsaved work from a previous session. Would you like to restore it?
Total Categories: 6
The Hooghly River is the easternmost distributary of the Ganges River.
Answer: False
The Hooghly River is, in fact, the westernmost distributary of the Ganges River system, primarily located in West Bengal, India.
The Bhagirathi River is the name given to the Hooghly River after it joins the Jalangi River.
Answer: False
The Bhagirathi River is the name used for the Hooghly River in its upper reaches. It officially becomes the Hooghly proper after its confluence with the Jalangi River near Nabadwip.
The Hooghly River flows exclusively through the state of Bihar in India.
Answer: False
The Hooghly River is primarily located in the state of West Bengal, India. It does not flow through Bihar.
The Hooghly River's estuary is approximately 32 kilometers wide where it meets the Bay of Bengal.
Answer: True
The Hooghly River empties into the Bay of Bengal through an estuary that measures approximately 32 kilometers (about 20 miles) in width.
The Hooghly River has a maximum recorded depth of approximately 117 kilometers.
Answer: False
The maximum recorded depth of the Hooghly River is approximately 117 meters, not kilometers. A depth of 117 kilometers would be an extraordinary and geologically impossible dimension for a river.
The Bhagirathi splits from the main Ganges River near the city of Nabadwip.
Answer: False
The Bhagirathi splits from the main Ganges River near Giria. It joins the Jalangi River near Nabadwip, at which point it becomes known as the Hooghly River.
The Hooghly River passes through the major metropolis of Mumbai.
Answer: False
The Hooghly River flows through the major metropolis of Kolkata, not Mumbai. Mumbai is located on the west coast of India.
What is the Hooghly River, and where is it primarily located?
Answer: The westernmost distributary of the Ganges River, located in West Bengal, India.
The Hooghly River constitutes the westernmost distributary of the Ganges River system, flowing through the Indian state of West Bengal. It is a vital waterway that traverses the region before its confluence with the Bay of Bengal, passing through significant urban centers such as Kolkata.
In its upper reaches, before joining the Jalangi River, the Hooghly River is known by what name?
Answer: Bhagirathi
In its upper reaches, prior to its confluence with the Jalangi River, the waterway is known as the Bhagirathi River. This appellation signifies its historical and mythological connection to the Ganges.
Where does the Bhagirathi split from the main Ganges River?
Answer: Giria
The Bhagirathi River diverges from the main channel of the Ganges River at a location identified as Giria. This point marks the beginning of its distinct course.
Which major Indian metropolis does the Hooghly River flow through?
Answer: Kolkata
The Hooghly River flows through the major Indian metropolis of Kolkata, serving as a vital artery for the city and the surrounding region.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a tributary of the Hooghly River in the provided text?
Answer: Brahmaputra River
The provided information lists the Ajay River, Damodar River, and Rupnarayan River as tributaries of the Hooghly River. The Brahmaputra River is a distinct major river system in India and is not a tributary of the Hooghly.
What is the approximate length of the Hooghly River?
Answer: 260 kilometers
The Hooghly River has an approximate length of 260 kilometers, traversing a significant geographical area within West Bengal.
What is the maximum recorded depth of the Hooghly River?
Answer: 117 meters
The maximum recorded depth of the Hooghly River is approximately 117 meters. This depth varies along its course and is influenced by factors such as the riverbed topography and water flow.
The Bhagirathi officially becomes the Hooghly River after joining which other river?
Answer: Jalangi River
The Bhagirathi River officially transitions into the Hooghly River upon its confluence with the Jalangi River, an event that occurs near the town of Nabadwip.
The Ain-i-Akbari is a modern text that details the water flow of the Hooghly River.
Answer: False
The Ain-i-Akbari, authored by Abu'l-Fazl in the 16th century, is a historical text that describes various aspects of the Mughal Empire, including geographical details and administrative matters. It predates modern texts and provides historical context rather than contemporary hydrological data.
The Dutch traders helped dig a channel in the Hooghly River during the Mughal era under Emperor Akbar.
Answer: False
Historical records indicate that Dutch traders assisted in digging a channel during the time of Alibardi Khan, who was a Nawab of Bengal in the mid-18th century, not during the reign of Emperor Akbar (16th century). Their involvement was related to trade and navigation.
The Hooghly River was historically unimportant for European trade settlements in Bengal.
Answer: False
The Hooghly River was critically important for European trade settlements in Bengal. It served as the primary waterway for European powers, including the British East India Company, to establish their trading posts and ports, such as Calcutta.
Rudyard Kipling wrote a short story titled "On the Banks of the Hugli" in 1895.
Answer: False
Rudyard Kipling wrote about the Hooghly River, but the short story mentioned is titled "An Unqualified Pilot" (1895). He also wrote an article titled "On the Banks of the Hugli" in 1888.
What historical event is associated with Dutch traders assisting in digging a channel on the Hooghly?
Answer: The time of Alibardi Khan
Historical accounts link the assistance of Dutch traders in digging a channel on the Hooghly River to the period of Alibardi Khan, a Nawab of Bengal in the mid-18th century. This activity was related to their commercial interests and navigation.
Historically, which European power first sailed into Bengal via the Hooghly River to establish a trade settlement?
Answer: The East India Company (British)
Historically, the British East India Company was the first major European power to sail into Bengal via the Hooghly River and establish a significant trade settlement, which eventually developed into Calcutta (now Kolkata).
Rudyard Kipling wrote about the Hooghly River in which of the following works?
Answer: "An Unqualified Pilot" (1895)
Rudyard Kipling referenced the Hooghly River in his literary works. Among the options provided, "An Unqualified Pilot" (1895) is a work where he wrote about the river. He also authored an article titled "On the Banks of the Hugli" in 1888.
The Farakka Feeder Canal significantly decreases the water flow in the Hooghly River during the dry season.
Answer: False
The Farakka Feeder Canal is designed to augment the water flow in the Hooghly River, particularly during the dry season, by diverting water from the Ganges. Its purpose is to increase, not decrease, the river's water levels.
The Farakka Barrage was constructed primarily to improve navigation for small boats along the Ganges.
Answer: False
The Farakka Barrage was constructed primarily to address the silting problems affecting the port of Kolkata by diverting water into the Farakka Feeder Canal to augment the Hooghly River's flow, thereby improving navigability and maintaining the port's functionality.
The Howrah Bridge is also known as the Nivedita Setu.
Answer: False
The Howrah Bridge is officially known as Rabindra Setu. The Nivedita Setu is a different bridge that spans the Hooghly River.
The Vivekananda Setu, or Bally Bridge, was inaugurated in December 1932 and serves only rail traffic.
Answer: False
The Vivekananda Setu, also known as the Bally Bridge, was indeed inaugurated in December 1932. However, it serves as both a road and rail bridge, not exclusively rail traffic.
The CESC Tunnel, completed in 1931, was the first underwater tunnel constructed in Europe.
Answer: False
The CESC Tunnel, completed in 1931, holds the distinction of being the first underwater tunnel constructed in Asia, not Europe. It facilitates power transmission between Kolkata and Howrah.
The East West Metro Tunnel is significant as India's first underwater river railway tunnel.
Answer: True
The East West Metro Tunnel, connecting Kolkata to Howrah under the Hooghly River, is indeed significant as India's first underwater river railway tunnel.
The port of Haldia is located upstream from Kolkata on the Hooghly River.
Answer: False
The port of Haldia is located downstream from Kolkata, situated at the confluence of the lower Hooghly and Haldi rivers. It serves as a modern counterpart to the older port of Kolkata.
The Sampreeti Setu, inaugurated in August 2016, is a road-only bridge that replaced the Howrah Bridge.
Answer: False
The Sampreeti Setu (also known as the New Jubilee Bridge), inaugurated in August 2016, is a rail-only bridge. It replaced the older Jubilee Bridge, not the Howrah Bridge (Rabindra Setu).
Which man-made canal significantly increases the water flow of the Bhagirathi River shortly after it splits from the Ganges?
Answer: The Farakka Feeder Canal
The Farakka Feeder Canal plays a crucial role in augmenting the water supply of the Bhagirathi River. It diverts a substantial volume of water from the Ganges, significantly increasing the river's flow shortly after the Bhagirathi's divergence.
What is the primary function of the Farakka Barrage concerning the Hooghly River?
Answer: To divert water into the Farakka Feeder Canal to supply the Hooghly River.
The primary function of the Farakka Barrage is to regulate the flow of the Ganges River and divert a portion of its water into the Farakka Feeder Canal. This canal then supplies water to the Hooghly River, crucially mitigating silting issues and ensuring navigability for the port of Kolkata.
What was the primary reason for the Farakka Barrage beginning to divert water into the Hooghly in 1974?
Answer: To reduce silting problems affecting the port of Kolkata.
The Farakka Barrage commenced diverting water into the Hooghly River in 1974 primarily to combat the severe silting issues that were impeding the functionality and navigability of the port of Kolkata.
Which of the following bridges is known as the Howrah Bridge?
Answer: Rabindra Setu
The bridge commonly referred to as the Howrah Bridge is officially named Rabindra Setu. It is a prominent landmark spanning the Hooghly River.
The Vivekananda Setu (Bally Bridge) serves which purpose?
Answer: It serves as both a road and rail bridge.
The Vivekananda Setu, also known as the Bally Bridge, is a multi-purpose structure that accommodates both road and rail traffic, facilitating connectivity across the Hooghly River.
What distinction does the CESC Tunnel hold in Asia?
Answer: It was the first underwater tunnel constructed in Asia.
The CESC Tunnel, completed in 1931, is recognized as the first underwater tunnel constructed in Asia. It serves the critical function of transmitting electrical power between Kolkata and Howrah.
What makes the East West Metro Tunnel significant in India?
Answer: It is the first underwater river railway tunnel in India.
The East West Metro Tunnel is a landmark infrastructure project in India, distinguished as the nation's first underwater river railway tunnel. It facilitates metro rail transit beneath the Hooghly River.
Hindus consider the Hooghly River to be impure and avoid using its water for religious purposes.
Answer: False
Contrary to the statement, Hindus consider the Hooghly River, like the Ganges, to be sacred. Its waters are regarded as holy and are used for various religious rituals and purposes.
The Bhagirathi name originates from Prince Bhagiratha's effort to bring the Ganges River to Earth.
Answer: True
The appellation 'Bhagirathi' for the river is derived from the mythological narrative of Prince Bhagiratha, a legendary figure credited with bringing the sacred Ganges River from the heavens to Earth to purify the ashes of his ancestors.
The Hooghly River is considered sacred by Hindus, who view its waters as holy.
Answer: True
The Hooghly River holds significant religious importance for Hindus. It is venerated as a sacred waterway, and its waters are considered holy, integral to various religious practices and beliefs.
What is the religious significance of the Hooghly River for Hindus?
Answer: It is considered sacred, and its waters are regarded as holy.
The Hooghly River holds profound religious significance for Hindus. It is venerated as a sacred waterway, and its waters are considered holy, integral to various religious practices and beliefs.
The jute industry was historically a minor industry in the Hooghly river valley compared to fishing.
Answer: False
The jute industry was historically the prime and dominant industry associated with the Hooghly river valley, playing a central role in the region's economy, far outweighing fishing in historical significance.
Which industry was historically the prime industry associated with the Hooghly river valley?
Answer: Jute industry
The jute industry was historically the dominant and prime industry of the Hooghly river valley, shaping its economic landscape and industrial development for a considerable period.
What vital resource does the Hooghly River provide for West Bengal, essential for agriculture and industry?
Answer: A consistent supply of water
The Hooghly River provides a consistent and essential supply of water for West Bengal. This resource is critical for supporting agricultural irrigation, meeting domestic needs, and sustaining various industrial activities throughout the region.
A tidal bore on the Hooghly River is a phenomenon where the river's water level gradually rises over several hours.
Answer: False
A tidal bore is characterized by a sudden, powerful wave formed by the incoming tide traveling up the river, rather than a gradual rise over several hours. This phenomenon can reach significant heights and is a distinct hydrological event.
The Silk River project aims to explore the cultural connections between Kolkata and Paris.
Answer: False
The Silk River project is an artistic initiative focused on exploring cultural connections between Kolkata and London, not Paris. It involves artistic exchanges and activities along the Hooghly River and the River Thames.
How is a tidal bore described in the context of the Hooghly River?
Answer: A sudden, powerful wave formed by the incoming tide traveling up the river.
A tidal bore on the Hooghly River is characterized as a sudden, powerful wave generated by the incoming tide as it surges upstream. This phenomenon is distinct from gradual water level changes and can be quite formidable.
What project, announced in September 2015 and funded by the World Bank, aims to renovate the Hooghly riverfront in Kolkata?
Answer: The National Ganga River Basin Project Scheme
The renovation of the Hooghly riverfront in Kolkata, announced in September 2015 and supported by World Bank funding, is part of the National Ganga River Basin Project Scheme.
The Silk River project uses scrolls painted in which artistic tradition?
Answer: Patua
The Silk River project incorporates scrolls painted in the Patua tradition. These artworks visually represent specific locations along the Hooghly River, contributing to the project's exploration of cultural connections.