GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. Context: An application has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking appropriate direction to Government of Tamil Nadu to construct a new dam as also augment the storage capacity of the Vaigai dam downstream or to take such …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. Mullaperiyar dam issue Context: The Kerala government has withdrawn its decision granting permission to Tamil Nadu for felling 15 trees downstream the Baby Dam at Mullaperiyar reservoir as part of efforts to strengthen the structure. The state government said …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. Context: The Supreme Court has directed the Supervisory Committee to take an immediate and firm decision on the maximum water level that can be maintained at Mullaperiyar dam, amid torrential rain in Kerala. Background: The SC constituted …
Topics Covered: Disaster management. Mullaperiyar Dam issue: Context: The Supreme Court has decided to consider the plea demanding to reduce the water level in the Mullaperiyar dam during monsoon, on August 24. Background: The petition was filed by a resident of Idukki district of Kerala to lower the water level of Mullaperiyar dam to 130 feet saying there …
