Conflict over Water Resouces: A Threat to Peace in the Subcontinent
Publisher: Pakistan Journal of International Affairs
Author(s): Sayeda Daud
Date: 2023
Topics: Conflict Causes, Conflict Prevention, Governance, Renewable Resources
Countries: India, Pakistan
The ever growing dearth of water resources will prompt national and global clashes everywhere throughout the world community. As consumption and population increases, the requirement for water resources will increase prompting strains and conflicts between neighboring countries. The unequal circulation leaves little for a population that exhibits extraordinary need. Aims of the study: In light of this issue, Pakistan must develop and incorporate plans to oversee existing water strife. Also, political leaders and government authorities must include building attention to the social and financial advantages of giving water to their citizens in sub-continent. Material and Methods: This paper identifies the importance of water resources and its impact on the behavior of communities towards their geographical regions where the restricted access to water will lead to insecurity and escalating conflicts. It assesses the historical perspective on significance of water resources. Conclusion: It also analyzes the world major water resources and its distribution, the prevailing situation in subcontinent where geographical location of main rivers and their distribution leading to cause of future conflict between the two rival nations.