PROBLEMS IN GUARANTEEING THE RIGHT TO SAFE WATER – THE CASE OF IRRIGATION IN AGRICULTURE USING GROUNDWATER

Abstract

This article aims at providing the approach towards the problem based on realization of fundamental right to save water at the local level for efficient implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals at the national level. In the article we describe a case, how the Government approved the Decision on legalization of irrigation using groundwater, which may negatively impact the access to safe water for future generations. It highlights shortcomings in the process of making sustainable decisions that affect the guarantees of fundamental rights.