Question Q.13GS2GS2
Throw light on the various mechanisms for the settlement of disputes related to the equitable sharing of river water among states. Also, evaluate the effectiveness of these mechanisms in the resolution of inter-state river water disputes in the country.
Main Body
1River Boards Act - River Boards set up for administering arrangement - Central representation in maintenance of dams and others of interstate cander 2) Not under jurisdiction of supreme court, but only tribunal 3) Arbitration and negotiation under Union's eye for effective dispute resolution 4) Treaty-based distribution of riverine assets among states Effectiveness: 1) Long gestation of disputes due to lack of cooperation between states a Methi Dam dispute 2) Tribunal's decision taken to SC to effect SLP etc to seek appeals due to lack of decisive end to dispute 3) River board State-boundary disputes coagulated with this issue 4) River Board effectiveness in question due to federal disbalance 5) Rising demand within state for energy, water causing increased damming and changing state of rights of lower riparian state. While Constitution provides mechanisms for amicable dispute settlement, a need is seen to effect more cohesive mechanisms touching newer demands.
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Conclusion
While Constitution provides mechanisms for amicable dispute settlement, a need is seen to effect more cohesive mechanisms touching newer demands.
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Topper
ZINNIA AURORA
AIR 62025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Federal Structure - Functions, Responsibilities, Devolution of Powers and Finances
Dispute Redressal Mechanisms
Inter-State River Water Disputes
Writing Stats
170
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