The Indian River, Sacred is a term that refers to two of India's most important rivers, the Ganges and the Cauvery. The Ganges is a trans-boundary river of Asia which flows through India and Bangladesh and is considered sacred by Hindus. The Cauvery is an Indian river that originates in Karnataka and flows through Tamil Nadu before emptying into the Bay of Bengal. Both rivers are of great importance to India, providing water for irrigation, drinking, and other uses.