Section 2 of The Brahmaputra Board Act, 1980
Declaration as to expediency of control by the Union.
It is hereby declared that it is expedient in the public interest that the Central Government should take under its control the regulation and development of the inter-State Brahmaputra river valley to the extent hereinafter provided.
Summary
- This section declares that it is in the public interest for the Central Government to take control.
- The control covers the regulation and development of the inter-State Brahmaputra river valley.
- This control is not absolute, but only to the extent provided later in the Act.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Why does the Central Government get involved in this river valley?
The Act declares it is expedient in the public interest for the Union to take control of its regulation and development.
2. Does the Central Government control everything about the river now?
No, its control is limited only to the extent provided in this specific Act.
3. Is the Brahmaputra considered a state river or an inter-state river?
The section explicitly refers to it as the inter-State Brahmaputra river valley.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 2 of The Brahmaputra Board Act, 1980, what is the stated reason for the Central Government taking control?
2.Under Section 2 of The Brahmaputra Board Act, 1980, what exactly is the Central Government taking under its control?
3.Under Section 2 of The Brahmaputra Board Act, 1980, how extensive is the control taken by the Central Government?
4.Under Section 2 of The Brahmaputra Board Act, 1980, how is the Brahmaputra river valley described in terms of geography?