India-Pakistan Another Conflict | How This Water Treaty Is Important For Pakistan

The Indus Water Treaty is a water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan, signed on September 19, 1960. The treaty was brokered by the World Bank and was aimed at resolving water disputes between the two countries over the use of the Indus River system, which flows from Tibet through India and Pakistan.

Under the treaty, India is granted the use of the waters of the Eastern Rivers, namely the Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi, while Pakistan is granted the use of the waters of the Western Rivers, namely the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab. India is allowed to use up to 20% of the water from the Western Rivers for irrigation, power generation, and other purposes, while the remaining 80% is reserved for Pakistan.

The Indus Water Treaty is a legally binding international agreement between India and Pakistan, brokered by the World Bank. As such, India cannot unilaterally cancel or abrogate the treaty without violating international law and potentially facing diplomatic consequences.

However, India can withdraw from the treaty by following the proper procedures for denunciation, which would require providing six months' notice to Pakistan and the World Bank. However, such a move would likely have significant geopolitical implications and could further strain India-Pakistan relations.

It is important to note that despite occasional tensions and disagreements, the treaty has been largely successful in preventing major water conflicts between the two countries and has played an important role in maintaining peace in the region.

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