1. Ineffective, Unenforced Laws: Laws have been enacted since the 19th century to protect natural resources such as Mother Ganga, yet they have largely proven ineffective in stopping actions which could very well threaten the aquifer’s future existence.
1. The National Ganga River Rights Act: An Overall Solution to the Degradation and Pollution: The proposed National Ganga River Rights Act has been drafted to specifically remedy gaps left by previous laws. The draft Act also presents modern modalities and a novel legal framework for the remediation and maintenance of this crucial resource.