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Paper Title: Water Conflicts and Cooperation in South Asia
Authors Name: Aastha madaan
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Published In: Volume 9 Issue 4, April-2024
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Abstract: South Asia faces a complex situation regarding water. Despite housing a quarter of the world's population, the region has only 8% of its freshwater resources. This scarcity leads to conflicts and necessitates cooperation for sustainable water management. Seeds of Conflict: Scarcity and Population Growth: Rapid population growth increases competition for limited water resources, especially in urban areas. Transboundary Water Systems: Major rivers like the Indus, Ganges, and Brahmaputra flow through multiple countries, creating disputes over allocation and infrastructure development. Political Tensions: Existing political tensions between countries can spill over into water issues, hindering cooperation and fostering mistrust. Infrastructure Discrepancies: Upstream nations often have more control over dams, giving them an advantage in negotiations and potentially impacting downstream water availability. Climate Change: Erratic weather patterns, melting glaciers, and rising sea levels exacerbate water scarcity and add complexity to the issue. Examples of Conflict: The Indus Water Treaty between India and Pakistan highlights the challenges of managing transboundary resources. Dam construction on the Ganges by India raises concerns about reduced water flow to Bangladesh, affecting its agriculture and ecosystem. Disputes between Nepal and India over the Mahakali River Agreement create tensions regarding hydropower development and water sharing. Examples of Cooperation: The Indus Water Treaty, despite occasional tensions, remains a model for transboundary water sharing. The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) facilitates dialogue and collaboration on water management issues. Sub-regional initiatives like the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna (GBM) basin cooperation provide platforms for collaboration. Civil society organizations play a vital role in promoting water-sharing agreements and advocating for sustainable water management practices. The Way Forward: Foster a spirit of sharing transboundary water flows due to increasing scarcity, demand, and the need for collaboration. Depoliticize water issues, encourage open communication, and promote trust between countries. Establish water management systems within countries and learn best practices for reducing waste and promoting conservation. Strengthen regional and global cooperation through frameworks like SAARC and include China, a key player in the water dynamics of the region. By addressing these challenges and promoting cooperation, South Asia can move towards a future with sustainable water management that ensures security and development for all.
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Cite Article: "Water Conflicts and Cooperation in South Asia", International Journal of Novel Research and Development (www.ijnrd.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.9, Issue 4, page no.a271-a291, April-2024, Available :http://www.ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2404037.pdf
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Country: delhi, new delhi, India
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