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A brief introduction to various water related policies and acts in India.

Water conservation focuses on efficient use of available use. Water conservation is central to sustainable development because it is necessary for socioeconomic development, energy and food production, healthy ecosystems, and human survival.

Water resource management seeks to maximize the benefits of water by providing optimum water quality for drinking water, sanitation, agriculture, energy generation and inland water transport.

Water stress is an increasing problem on every continent, with poorer communities most badly affected. To build resilience against climate change and to serve a growing population, an integrated and inclusive approach must be taken to managing this finite resource.

Water is an essential resources of the planet. Its usage should also be looked upon carefully.