Describe various step different state governments have taken for enfor

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Describe various step different state governments have taken for enforcing rainwater harvesting

15 Feb 2024

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Rainwater harvesting has gained significant importance in India due to the increasing concerns over water scarcity, droughts, and erratic rainfall patterns. Various state governments in India have taken proactive steps to enforce rainwater harvesting systems to ensure sustainable water supply, reduce dependency on groundwater, and improve water conservation. These steps have been implemented through legislation, awareness campaigns, and incentives, with each state adopting tailored approaches based on their unique challenges and water needs.

One of the key initiatives is the introduction of legislative measures mandating rainwater harvesting in specific regions. For example, Tamil Nadu became the first state in India to make rainwater harvesting compulsory for all new buildings in 2003. Under this legislation, every building constructed with an area greater than 1,200 square feet must have a rainwater harvesting system installed. The law also applies to existing buildings, urging property owners to retrofit systems to capture and store rainwater. This initiative has been highly successful, and Tamil Nadu has set a benchmark for other states to follow.

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1.	Define rainwater harvesting. Describe its importance in water scarcity areas of different parts of the country.
2.	Describe the water as a resource.
3.	Describe various step different state governments have taken for enforcing rainwater harvesting.
4.	What is integrated watershed management? Describe its role in sustaining livelihood of rural people.
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