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I stood beside the vast lake in the Great Himalayan valley and observed the hive of activity in this remote village in the most inaccessible part of the region. I walked towards the precipice nearby as I felt the cool earth below me and the gentle breeze that brought with it the smell of Himalayan soil. I could see the river that flowed further down below the lake. The mist withdrew it' s curtains courteously to give way to the sun god. By now, a large number of people had gathered at the river as well as at the lake.

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Children's cries echoed as they plunged into the almost ice cold water. It was their daily routine before school at ten 'o clock. I wondered how they had familiarized their bodies with this temperature. It was their favorite pastime all year round.
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The fishermen prepared their net s for this day's catch to sell at the market while an old frail man ferried people across the river, it was his only occupation and he had been doing this for years now never missing a day. A large container ship (not as large as in the ocean) established it's presence with a blaring horn that shattered my ears. This ship passed through this river every fortnight to carry goods to town downhill.
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Women washed clothes in the river and collected water from the well nearby the lake. I felt dejected at some young people washing their vehicles in the water with soap, this water will be carried downstream and is highly hazardous to fishes living in it.

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The river and the lake were the only two places where there was a congregation of people everyday. This amount of activity in the small village in the mountains amazes me and I realized that the water bodies are the basis of civilization and it supports thousands of people everyday.

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The stream beside the green paddy fields was sparkling crystal like due to the dazzling sunrays falling on it. The freshly cut grass was swaying with the gently blowing wind and the soft burbling of the brook could be heard by me. I stood besides the brook with winds kissing and tickling my cheeks. Seeing such breathtaking scenery I was dumbstruck and in awe with it.

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I noticed that the beauty and the charm of the place had captivated many tourists from all round the world. The tourists were enjoying and having a whale of a time in ferries. However, I was shocked and crestfallen when I saw that they were throwing all their snack wrappers, cans and other garbage into the water.
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As I was noticing this all of a sudden a black, cloud of smoke hit my face. My eyes turned red and I started coughing. I noticed that it was being emitted out from the boat transporting the goods. Suddenly, the place was brimming with the gossip and giggling noises of the ladies. As I turned around I saw that all the ladies had gathered near the river to wash their utensils and clothes. I felt dejected and sorrowful at this sight as the chemicals from the soap were hazardous for the aquatic animals.
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It was twilight and many people had congregated near the holy river Ganga. After praying and lighting the beautiful lamps. I was stunned and astonished on seeing that everyone was throwing the flowers, plastic bags and other materials which they had used for the prayer into the river and contaminating it. Some people were even taking a bath considering that  they would purify themselves and wash away all their sins but they were ignorant about the fact that by doing so they were actually making the water filthy, unclean and foul.

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That day I perceived that rivers and lakes play a significant role in our life's and it is we humans who are responsible for exploiting and contaminating such precious lakes of the mother Earth. Therefore, it's an urgent need for us to realise and act responsibly as an alert citizen and preserve such invaluable lakes and rivers.

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Nothing can be more exciting than witnessing a lake in a hot summer evening, with scorching heat. The sunrays falling on it made it visualize like a jewel blue stream. Sitting down on the bumpy and uneven ground and looking straight up at sky with the adoring pink and orange sky overwhelmed me. The sweet fascinating fragrance of flower made me feel I am not the only one present there.

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Exploring the beauty of the place, there were number of houses lined up further ahead near the shore with many cultivational lands. The lake not only provided the villagers with safe drinking water but also made them accessible to irrigation facility. The irrigation canals carried water and irrigated water for the food crops.

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It was really sorrowful seeing the women's there washing the utensils and clothes and the children taking baths. Knowing the fact that by doing this they are contaminating the water
which they use for drinking purpose. And by this they are not only harming themselves but also the aquatic creatures present down.

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It was really amusing to see the kids enjoying their free time making paper boats and other crafts and setting sails. Though seeing the smiles on their faces I was downhearted seeing the wrappers and other waste including the crafts being collected on the other side of the lake.

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Seeing such an adorable and heartwarming scenery was indeed breathtaking. But seeing the people there polluting the water was sorrowful. Lakes play an important role in the lives of people living near them, they not only provide them with basic amenities but also help them in commercial purpose. Therefore, it important to ensure that the water bodies are kept clean.

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It was a Sunday morning in July when I went to the plains to enjoy the aesthetic beauty of the forest river .The flow of lakes and rivers looks like a slide flowing down the mountains carrying its ice crystals. It was a jewel-blue stream which splashed as it was moving through the trees and plains.

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Para 1- I stood there and thought about the benefits and blessings the rivers shower on mankind and animals. The rivers are not only a source of aesthetic beauty but provide wonderful irrigation system which helps in growth of crops and create productive farms. This water can be used for constructing dam and in agricultural sector.

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Para 2- While I was thinking about all this, suddenly I saw a group of women and children walking towards the river with a pile of dirty clothes and utensils. I was disgusted by the lack of empathy and responsibility in the villagers. The river water was polluted with chemicals which caused an irritating sensation in my throat. Para 3- It was twilight and the setting sun invited the starry night. The beautiful candles with brightly lit flames illuminated the sky and also its reflection was amazing to witness. It was a memorable visual. When people started littering the rivers by making it filthy and dumping the wastes, I was astonished by their lack of sensibility and empathy. Later, the cleaning staff filtered the toxic waste and I was thankful for their kindness

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Scientifically and geographically, rivers are the cradle of civilizations and favor the congregation of mankind. It is our fundamental duty to protect the water bodies and show a sense of responsibility and channelize our efforts in right ways to bring stupendous results

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Since times immemorial, rivers and lakes play an important role in our life. They are responsible for sustaining life on the universe. Great civilizations like Indus valley civilization and the Egyptian civilization existed thousands of years ago, on the bank of rivers Indus and Nile respectively. The passage of time has not diminished their importance.

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Taking a stroll on the banks of rivers and lakes one finds huge water treatment plants, which provide safe drinking water to the people. Huge chimneys of big factories line the shores, polluting the air and water. Cargo boats can be seen ferrying goods from one place to another.

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Early in the morning fishermen can be seen pushing their small fishing boats, laden with fishing nets into the river. Singing merrily they row their boats in anticipation of making a good catch during the day. Their woman folks wave out to them wishing them well, as they go about their daily chores, before setting out to the fish market to hawk the fishes caught the previous night.

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The beautiful scene during sunrise and sunset are indeed breathsunset at the lake. People flock there early in the morning and around sunset to savour the beauty. Children can be seen playing in the shallow waters, while young men and women revel in fishing, boating and enjoying water sports. Banks of lakes and river are a tourist delight.

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However, it is unfortunate to see some people polluting the water of the rivers and lakes with sewage, hazardous chemicals and other biodegradable waste. These pollutants render the life giving water poisonous, which pose serious danger to our health. The contaminated water also endangers aquatic life, which is the source of livelihood for many people.

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Rivers and lakes are the lifeline for the people staying close to them. Besides providing essential requirements, they also help in the economic growth and development of the region. Besides this they also provide entertainment, amusement and relaxation to the people. It is therefore our moral duty to ensure, that this blessing is not turned into a curse by our callousness.