A lower riparian state:

Correct answer: C. Has right to share waters on equitable basis

  • A. Has no right to share water resources of an international river
  • B. Has exclusive right
  • C. Has right to share waters on equitable basis
  • D. None of these

Explanation

A lower riparian state is entitled to use water from an international river on an equitable and reasonable basis, while considering the interests of other riparian states. It has neither an exclusive right nor no right at all.

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