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1 August 2026

Water contamination near Bhopal gas tragedy site

The topic highlights critical issues of urban water quality management and the accountability of municipal bodies, serving as a relevant case study for environmental pollution and governance challenges.

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  • Activists report that 68% of drinking water samples collected near the former Union Carbide factory in Bhopal are contaminated with faecal coliform.
  • Testing conducted between July 2 and 22 involved 63 samples from 30 localities; 43 samples tested positive for sewage contamination.
  • Data indicates 100% contamination in 12 specific localities, including areas with recently installed water pipelines.
  • Contamination rates vary by water source: 90% of samples from the Upper Lake, 25% from Kolar dam, and 0% from the Narmada river were found contaminated.
  • The Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) disputes these findings, stating that their own tests of 61 samples in July showed no impurities.

Questions

  1. The provision of safe drinking water is a fundamental aspect of the right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution. In light of recent reports regarding water contamination in urban areas, discuss the challenges faced by municipal bodies in ensuring water quality and the mechanisms available for public accountability. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. The presence of faecal coliform in drinking water is primarily used as an indicator of which of the following?

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