Freshwater and River Disputes Quiz

River Disputes and Conflicts

• The Kaveri river dispute between countries despite treaties in 1924 and 2007 is due to varying interpretations of the agreements and the changing needs of the parties involved.

Causes of River Disputes

• The primary cause of river disputes between countries is the competition for water resources, particularly in regions where water is scarce and multiple countries rely on the same river.

Solutions to Water Conflicts

• One proposed solution to address water shortages and conflicts is the implementation of water-sharing agreements and joint management of river basins.

Human Contributions to Floods

• Human activities such as deforestation, land degradation, and construction of dams and embankments contribute to the occurrence of floods.

Test your knowledge about freshwater resources and river disputes between countries. Learn about the issues related to over-extraction of groundwater and the conflicts over water sharing through specific examples like the Tigris/Euphrates rivers in the Middle East and the Kaveri river between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.