A Study on the Role of the Judiciary in Water Management with a special reference to Article 21 of the Indian Constitution

Abstract Water is considered the most crucial component of life on Earth, as it is critical for all organic processes within incarnate entities including humans, animals, and plants. It is a key component of our body and is vital for maintaining overall health, making access to clean water a fundamental right of survival. The researcher aims to analyse how the clamour for clean and decent water quality should be mandated to ensure complete enjoyment of our human as well as fundamental rights. It is observed that the Judiciary through its legal elucidations and execution has directed the law breakers to adhere to the standards set by the government and ensure non-violation of Article 21 of the Indian Constitution which guarantees ‘Right to Life’. To analyse the judicial interpretations , the researcher has conducted the study using the secondary method