Q19. Consider the following statements about Helsinki Rules 1996:

1. It recognizes the equitable use of water by each Basin State.

2. It takes into consideration only the geography and hydrology of the basin.

It takes into consideration only the geography and hydrology of the basin.

a) 1 only

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b) 2 only

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c) Both 1 and 2

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d) Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is A
a) 1 only

Helsinki Rules of 1966

It recognizes the equitable use of water by each Basin State taking into consideration the geography and hydrology of the basin, the climate, past utilization of waters, economic and social needs, dependent population and availability of resources

Without causing substantial injury to a co-basin State.

The avoidance of unnecessary waste in the utilization of waters of the basin.

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