Abstract

This paper, titled "Legal Frameworks for Sustainable Water Resource Management: Integrating Land, Mineral, and Biodiversity Conservation," aims to address the complex interplay between legal regulations and environmental sustainability, focusing on water management systems. The legal frameworks that regulate water resource management play a pivotal role in ensuring sustainability. These frameworks establish the rules for water allocation, control water pollution, and protect ecosystems dependent on water. National laws, such as the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 in India and the Clean Water Act in the United States, provide the regulatory foundation for managing water resources sustainably Furthermore, international agreements like the UNECE Water Convention offer guidelines for cross-border water cooperation and pollution prevention, highlighting the importance of a coordinated approach to water governance. Legal structures also ensure that stakeholders, including governments, industries, and local communities, have clear responsibilities in maintaining water quality and availability.

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