u-3: THE WATER CRISIS SOLUTION IN THE LIGHT OF MODERN SCIENCE AND ISLAMIC TEACHINGS

جدید سائنس اور اسلامی تعلیمات کی روشنی میں آبی بحران کا حل

Abstract

The water crisis is a global issue in current times. It has sensitized the entire world population. Population growth and industrialization expansion are leading to a risky imbalance of water availability. Water plays a significant role in the sustainable development of any country. That`s why, water is part of UN 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). International water experts have warned that future wars will be on the issue of water crisis. Over time, the scarcity of water is becoming a big challenge. International and national water experts agree that the non-availability of water can create a disastrous situation for Pakistan in the future. The latest UN report articulates that water scarcity has become increasingly pressing in Pakistan. Asian Development Bank Report indicates that per capita availability of water has decreased from 5300 m3 per person in 1951 to less than 1100 m3 per person per year in 2007 in Pakistan. According to international standards, 6000 m3 of availability of water per capita is essential. According to Falcon Mark, water scarcity creates health and environmental issues. A report indicates that water scarcity and waterborne diseases cause a loss of 1.44 percent of GDP. The main reason for the water crisis is lack of awareness and mismanagement of water resources. There are approximately 150 dams in Pakistan. No doubt, this trivial no. of dams is insufficient for the survival of the natural environment and growing population. Water is being wasted blindly. Consequently, the water level falls gradually and then the whole area becomes a victim of water shortage. The water crisis is considered a bigger issue than terrorism. Therefore, it is the need of time to make a solid plan for water management to meet the water needs of the growing population. Wastage of water is strictly forbidden in Islam. Modern science provides various innovative solutions to alleviate water scarcity. In addressing the current water crisis, it is imperious to get the insights delivered by both modern science and the everlasting wisdom presented by Islamic teachings. This research paper explores how the water crisis issue can be solved in light of Islamic teachings and modern scientific advancements.