Tamil Nadu demands Karnataka clear 15.02 tmc ft Cauvery water backlog
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· India's bilateral relations· Prelims + Mains·
Inter-state water disputes and riparian rights: a key GS2 and GS3 topic regarding federalism.
Why in news
The Supreme Court reserved an order on Tamil Nadu's application demanding that Karnataka clear a 15.02 tmc ft Cauvery water backlog caused by a 30% rainfall deficit.
Background
The Cauvery Water Regulation Committee reported only 45.849 tmc ft realized against a 57.568 tmc ft requirement. Karnataka cited a 54% reservoir inflow deficit as a reason for the backlog.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTamil Nadu demanded a 15.02 tmc ft backlog clearance from Karnataka.
- FactKarnataka reported a 54% reservoir inflow deficit.
- FactThe Cauvery Water Regulation Committee reported 45.849 tmc ft realized against a 57.568 tmc ft requirement.
Prelims practice question
What was the reservoir inflow deficit reported by Karnataka regarding the Cauvery water backlog?
- (a)30%
- (b)15.02%
- (c)54%
- (d)45.8%
Show answer
Answer: (c) 54% — Karnataka cited a 54% reservoir inflow deficit as the reason for the water backlog.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in inter-state water sharing and the role of judicial intervention in resolving riparian disputes in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Federal friction: Conflict between state-level water rights and federal oversight of river basin management
- Data asymmetry: Discrepancies in reported rainfall and inflow data affecting equitable distribution
- Climate vulnerability: Impact of erratic rainfall patterns on the sustainability of existing water-sharing agreements
Keywords: inter-state water dispute · riparian rights · judicial activism · water scarcity · federalism
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