Download scientific diagram | Line diagram of the Ganges River and its major tributaries and location of water management structures. Adapted from IIT, Kanpur (2011). from publication: River Ganges–Historical, cultural and socioeconomic attributes | The River Ganges (also referred to as Ganga) is a symbol of faith, hope, culture and sanity, as well as a source of livelihood for millions since time immemorial. She is the centre of social and religious tradition in the Indian sub-continent and particularly sacred in... | Rivers, Civilization and Symbolism | ResearchGate, the professional network for scientists.