{"id":28103,"date":"2024-02-19T07:19:23","date_gmt":"2024-02-19T07:19:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=28103"},"modified":"2024-02-19T07:19:25","modified_gmt":"2024-02-19T07:19:25","slug":"enumerate-the-national-water-policy-of-india-taking-river-ganges-as-an-example-discuss-the-strategies-which-may-be-adopted-for-river-water-pollution-control-and-management-what-are-the-legal-provis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/enumerate-the-national-water-policy-of-india-taking-river-ganges-as-an-example-discuss-the-strategies-which-may-be-adopted-for-river-water-pollution-control-and-management-what-are-the-legal-provis\/","title":{"rendered":"Enumerate the National Water Policy of India. Taking river Ganges as an example, discuss the strategies which may be adopted for river water pollution control and management. What are the legal provisions for management and handling of hazardous wastes in India? (250 Words, 15 Marks)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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India’s National Water Policy serves as a comprehensive framework aimed at sustainable development and management of the country’s water resources. With rivers like the Ganges bearing the brunt of pollution, strategies for water pollution control and management are imperative. The Ganges, revered as a sacred river, faces severe contamination from industrial effluents, sewage discharge, and agricultural runoff. To combat this, strategies such as stringent pollution monitoring, adoption of eco-friendly practices in industries, implementation of sewage treatment plants, and promoting community participation in river conservation are vital. Furthermore, promoting afforestation along riverbanks and creating buffer zones can help mitigate pollution and preserve water quality. Additionally, legal provisions play a crucial role in managing hazardous wastes. The Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016, outline regulations for the handling, treatment, and disposal of hazardous wastes in India. These rules mandate proper labeling, packaging, transportation, and disposal of hazardous wastes to prevent environmental contamination. Moreover, the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, empowers regulatory authorities to enforce measures for hazardous waste management, ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Collaborative efforts between government bodies, industries, and communities, along with strict enforcement of legal provisions, are essential to effectively address water pollution and hazardous waste management in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tag<\/strong>:\u00a0 Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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