Question

The constitution of India recognises the right to water under which of the following right under article 21?

• A. the Right to property
• B. the Right to life
• C. the Right to freedom
• D. the Right to equality

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

the Right to life

The Constitution of India recognises the right to water as being a part of the Right to Life under Article 21. This means that it is the right of every person, whether rich or poor, to have sufficient amounts of water to fulfil his/her daily needs at a price that he/she can afford. In other words, there should be universal access to water.