Majuli: A River Island in India
In Majuli: A River Island in India, learn about Majuli, the largest river island in Assam. It’s a busy place that’s an example of how Indian people work with each other and the natural world. This video is from the BBC’s Hidden India, in which presenter Geraldine James explores India’s diverse environments.
Traveling from the roof of the world in the north to the great rivers, deserts and rainforests of the south, the diversity and flavors of India’s subcontinent are celebrated. Learn more.
Lesson Express
Q: What are the restrictions on the ferry?
A: There are no restrictions. People can bring whatever they want onto the ferry.
Q: What examples did you see of people working with the natural world?
A: Student responses will vary. Students may mention the bamboo bike, the ferry transporting many people, or other examples.
Q: India is the most populous country in the world. How do people succeed in a country with so many people? What examples did you see in the video?
A: Student responses will vary. Students may mention how people took the ferry, used different modes of transportation, and were kind and patient with each other.