In light of the recent demands to amend the Indus Waters Treaty, discuss the possible implications it could have on the water-sharing mechanism between India and Pakistan.
Main Body
Indus Water treaty brokers by world bank took place in 1960 with Indus dispute resolution mechanism.
Recently India demanded for amendments which can't be done unilaterally.
[Frequent disputes] arised between India-Pakistan.
[Possible implications]
[Way Forward]
It has been praised as one of the most successful treaty between conflict ridden nations.
[Influence Index]
┌─ Parliamentary Sovereignty ─────────────────┬─ Judicial Supremacy ─────┐
│ (1) Power to amend Constitution (Art 368) │ (1) Basic Structure │
│ (2) Passing legislation │ (2) Judicial review │
│ (3) checks over other organs │ Art 42, 32, 226 │
└────────────────────────────────────────────┴─────────────────────────┘
Conclusion
It has been praised as one of the most successful treaties between conflict ridden nations.
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Comparison diagram showing Parliamentary Sovereignty and Judicial Supremacy with their respective powers and influence
Anjali Thakur
India and its Neighborhood - Relations
India-Pakistan relations
Indus Waters Treaty and dispute mechanisms
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