What is Water Resource Management?
Historical Background
Key Points
10 points- 1.
Involves managing surface water, groundwater, and rainwater.
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Aims to ensure equitable and sustainable access to water for all users.
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Includes water conservation, water harvesting, and efficient irrigation techniques.
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Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) is a holistic approach that considers all aspects of water management.
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The National Water Policy provides guidelines for water resource management in India.
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Jal Shakti Abhiyan is a campaign to improve water availability, especially in water-stressed districts.
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Atal Bhujal Yojana promotes community participation in groundwater management.
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Interlinking of Rivers project aims to transfer water from surplus to deficit basins.
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Water quality monitoring and pollution control are essential components of water resource management.
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Pricing of water is a key tool for promoting efficient water use.
Visual Insights
Key Aspects of Water Resource Management
Mind map illustrating the key aspects and strategies for effective water resource management.
Water Resource Management
- ●Water Conservation
- ●Pollution Control
- ●Infrastructure Development
- ●Equitable Access
Recent Developments
5 developmentsIncreased focus on water conservation and rainwater harvesting.
Promotion of micro-irrigation techniques, such as drip irrigation and sprinkler irrigation.
Efforts to rejuvenate rivers and restore water bodies.
Use of technology, such as remote sensing and GIS, in water resource management.
Debate on the privatization of water resources.