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Tamil Nadu Farmers’ Management of Irrigation Systems Act, 2000 (Act No. 7 of 2000).

Country/Territory
India
Territorial subdivision
Tamil Nadu
Document type
Legislation
Date
2001
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for farmers’ participation in the management of irrigation systems and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
Subject
Water
Keyword
Freshwater resources management Water users' associations Non-governmental entity Irrigation Water rights Groundwater Surface water Waterworks Water supply
Geographical area
Asia, Southern Asia
Abstract

This Act provides for the management of irrigation systems through the proper use of surface and groundwater, and for the recognition of Water Users' Associations.

Full text
English
Website
www.india.gov.in