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Law of the People's Republic of China on Water and Soil Conservation.

Country/Territory
China
Document type
Legislation
Date
1991 (2010)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Land & soil, Water
Keyword
Soil conservation/soil improvement Soil pollution/quality Soil rehabilitation Desertification Hazards Erosion Flood Pollution control Basic legislation Water shortage/drought
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Eastern Asia, North Pacific, North-West Pacific
Entry into force notes
This Law shall come into force on March 1, 2011.
Abstract

This Law is formulated to prevent and control water and soil loss, protect and reasonably utilize water and soil resources, reduce disasters of flood, drought and sandstorm, improve the ecological environment and guarantee sustainable economic and social development. "Water and soil conservation" refers to the measures taken to prevent and control water and soil loss resulting from natural factors or human activities. The Law consists of 7 Chapters: I. General Provisions; II. Planning; III. Prevention IV. Control; V. Monitoring and Supervision; VI. Legal Liability; VII. Supplementary Provisions.

Full text
English/Chinese
Website
english.mee.gov.cn