Q. Consider the following:
1.Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956
2.River Boards Act, 1956
3.National River Water Allocation Act, 1993
How many of the above laws aim to regulate inter-state river water sharing?
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[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] All three

[D] None

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

  • Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956: This act specifically aims to regulate inter-state river water sharing. It provides for the adjudication of disputes relating to waters of inter-state rivers and river valleys.
  • River Boards Act, 1956: This act also aims to regulate inter-state river water sharing. It provides for the establishment of River Boards for the regulation and development of inter-state rivers and river valleys
  • National River Water Allocation Act, 1993: There is no such act.

Source: The Hindu

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