Indus Water Treaty – UPSC Notes

Indus Water Treaty – UPSC Notes

🏞️ Indus Water Treaty  📌 What is the Indus Water Treaty? The Indus Water Treaty (IWT) is a water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan , signed in 1960 . It was brokered by the World Bank to peacefully share the waters of the Indus River system . 🗓️ Basic Details Signed On : 19 September 1960 Signed By : India – Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru Pakistan – President Ayub Khan Broker – World Bank 🌊 Rivers Involved There are 6 rivers in the Indus River System : Indus Jhelum Chenab Ravi Beas Sutlej These are divided into: Western Rivers : Indus, Jhelum, Chenab – given to Pakistan Eastern Rivers : Ravi, Beas, Sutlej – given to India 🤝 What Each Country Got? Pakistan gets: Full rights over Western rivers (Indus, Jhelum, Chenab) India can use them for limited purposes only : irrigation, transport, and hydroelectricity without storing water India gets: Full control over Eastern rivers (Ravi, Beas, Sutlej) Can use the water freely for any purpose 📘 Key Features The treaty is considered very successful , as it has survi…