Assess the effectiveness of Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956 in resolution of river water disputes. Also describe the potential impact of delays in resolution of water disputes.
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Recently, Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956 was amended to reduce the deficiencies in effective handling of such cases. eg. 48 years taken to form Lawyery Dispute Tribunal.
Effectiveness in resolving disputes:
(A) Successes:
(I) Constitutional body under A 26R so huge powers and funding.
(II) Successful in resolving suite - Yamuna Issue case, etc.
(B) Failure:
(I) Inordinate delays in forming tribunal like 32 years for Resting.
Impact of delay in resolution:
(I) Wastage of water resources as stay on its usage.
Recent amendment calling for quick resolution and strict timelines are step in right direction to resolve such issues.
Conclusion
Recent amendment calling for quick resolution and strict timelines are step in right direction to resolve such issues.
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