What does the principle of equitable and reasonable utilisation require states sharing an international watercourse to do?
Correct answer: B. Use the watercourse fairly while considering relevant interests
- A. Use the watercourse according to their relative military strength
- B. Use the watercourse fairly while considering relevant interests
- C. Give priority to the state with the longer river section
- D. Obtain approval from the United Nations before using it
Explanation
The principle requires states to use shared water resources in an equitable and reasonable manner, taking account of factors such as geography, population and existing use. It does not automatically favour the state with greater power or the longer part of the watercourse.
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