Climate-Resilient Water Management: India Water Week Notes
Why in the news
The ninth India International Water Week focused on water systems that cope with climate extremes.
Key facts
- Idea: manage water so people and ecosystems adapt to droughts, floods and shifting rainfall.
- Groundwater: India uses the most; it meets roughly 60% of irrigation and 85% of village drinking supply.
Key terms
- One Water: whole water cycle as one system.
- E-flows: minimum flow keeping rivers’ ecosystems going.
- Baoli: traditional stepwell.
Missions listed
- Namami Gange, Jal Jeevan Mission, PMKSY, Swachh Bharat Mission, Atal Bhujal Yojana, Catch the Rain, Mission Amrit Sarovar.
Exam angle
- Entries: 17 (List II) and 56 (Union List).
- Article 262.