Describe the various mechanisms available for the resolution of disputes concerning the use, distribution, or control of inter-state rivers. Also, state the reasons for their limited success.

Article 262 of Indian Constitution allows Parliament to legislate regarding inter-state river disputes. Provisions: (1) Parliament can set up inter-state water tribunals (e.g., Cauvery Water Tribunal). (2) An order mentioned that no other court has authority to pronounce in its proceedings. (3) Can provide that decisions of the water tribunals are final and binding. (4) Provides time frame for inter-state dispute resolution in the Act. (5) Decide the UNSA based compensation at the tribunal.

Challenges & Limited Success: (1) Many issues still unresolved. (2) Unequal water dispute, boundary disputes. (3) Even though High Court & Binding, still state appealed to Supreme court under Article 142. (4) Poor Information & data getting for deciding the case on the basis of facts. (5) Lack of Expertise in Machinery to mediate based on scientific data. Took legal view. (6) International best practice suggest inter-state river water disputes should not be Operated from Legal Jurisprudence. Because 'Maharaj is larger public'.