How does the Indus Waters Treaty impact the people of J&K?
Analyze the fairness of the treaty to the inhabitants of J&K.
- The Indus Waters Treaty impacts the people of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) by regulating the distribution of water from the Indus River and its tributaries between India and Pakistan.
- Some people in J&K feel that the treaty has disadvantaged them as they are not able to fully utilize the waters of the rivers flowing through the region for irrigation and hydroelectric power generation.
- The treaty allocates a significant portion of the water to Pakistan which can impact the availability of water resources for the people of J&K, particularly during droughts or water scarcity.
- Many inhabitants of J&K feel that the terms of the treaty are not equitable and do not adequately consider the needs and aspirations of the local population.
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