Model Bill for Conservation, Protection and Regulation of Groundwater
Q. Which of the following is/are objectives of the Model Bill for Conservation, Protection and Regulation of Groundwater?
1) Ensure the realisation of the fundamental right to life through the provision of water.
2) Meet food security, livelihoods, basic human needs, livestock and aquatic life.
3) Protect ecosystems and their biological diversity- Published on 18 Aug 16a. 1, 3
b. 1, 2
c. 2, 3
d. All of the above
ANSWER: All of the above
Some of the objectives of the Model Bill for Conservation, Protection and Regulation of Groundwater include:
- Ensure the realisation of the fundamental right to life through the provision of water.
- Meet food security, livelihoods, basic human needs, livestock and aquatic life.
- Protect ecosystems and their biological diversity.
- Reduce and prevent pollution and degradation of groundwater.
One of the biggest challenges for sustainable management of groundwater comes from overexploitation and overuse, beyond the annual recharge. The other comes from pollution, from natural mineral occurrences such as with fluoride and arsenic and with man-made sources such as industrial effluents, fertilizers and sewage.
