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Did you know that the Indian Penal Code, 1860 and the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 also have provisions which place criminal liability for actions that result in water pollution?

Water Pollution

This explainer discusses the law on water pollution in India and help you understand what steps you can take to if you are affected by water pollution. It primarily deals with the law laid out in the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974.

What is water pollution?
What are the rights a person has under this law?
What is the responsibility of industries to prevent water pollution?
What are the offences under this law?
Who are the authorities regulating water pollution under the law?
Who can you complain to regarding a grievance under the law?
What are the powers of the Central and State Pollution Control Boards to regulate water pollution?
What is the role of courts in regulating water pollution?
Glossary terms