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ADITYA HRIDAY UPADHYAYAIR 154· 2025

Question Q4Assess effectiveness and describe impactGS2GS2

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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Introduction

Inter-State River Water Disputes Act 1956 outlines procedure and appoints national to resolve inter-state rivers water disputes. Eg: Mahanadi Tribunal, Cauvery Tribunal.

22 words

Main Body

Analysis of Effectiveness:

Pros:

Obsoltion by Dialogue and conversation

Present debate in political environment, resolution outside sect jurisdiction without delay.

Cons:

Old rival tribunals have delivered awards

Fine decades to decide the award.

Studies not honouring the award informed.

Impact of delays in settlement:

1Livelihood: Drinking water (Zrngation) water to upstream states impacted.
2Politicization: Used by political leaders to draw votes during elections without evidence.
2Esteem of Trust: Trust in dispute attorneys ostilitie reduces which leads to dischrging culture.
4Economic: Federal Disputes and Economic Blocked: also debt investment in region.
5Regionalism: External regional sentiment in the population, clashes, riots etc.

State Tribunal (Upper) Time bound to Compulsory hearing of award to use Entire activities to resolve dispute.

— ADITYA HRIDAY UPADHYAY · AIR 154

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Conclusion

State Tribunal (Upper) Time bound to Compulsory hearing of award to use Entire activities to resolve dispute.

17 words

Examiner score
0.7/10

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AIR 1542025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Federal Structure - Functions, Responsibilities, Devolution of Powers and Finances

Federalism

Inter-State River Water Disputes

Writing Stats

166

Total words

9

Paragraphs

analytical

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