The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was enacted in 1974.

The primary objective of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act is to prevent and control water pollution.

The Central Pollution Control Board is responsible for implementing the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act.

The main provisions of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act include the prohibition of discharge of pollutants into water bodies, the establishment of effluent standards for industries, and the regulation of the use of hazardous substances.

The penalties for violating the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act include both fines and imprisonment.

The National Green Tribunal has the power to hear appeals against orders of the Central Pollution Control Board, review the decisions of the State Pollution Control Boards, and award compensation to victims of water pollution.

Some of the challenges in implementing the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act include lack of resources, lack of political will, and lack of public awareness.

Some of the success stories in implementing the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act include the cleanup of the Ganga River, the reduction of industrial pollution in major cities, and the improvement of water quality in many lakes and rivers.

Some of the future challenges in implementing the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act include climate change, population growth, and economic development.

Individuals can help implement the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act by reducing their water consumption, disposing of waste properly, and supporting organizations that are working to protect water resources.

Some of the recent amendments to the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act include the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2003, the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2006, and the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2009.

The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act is a landmark piece of legislation that has helped to protect India's water resources, led to a significant reduction in water pollution in India, and raised awareness about the importance of water conservation.

The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act establishes a comprehensive framework for the prevention and control of water pollution, sets standards for the discharge of pollutants into water bodies, and provides for the establishment of pollution control boards.

Some of the challenges in enforcing the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act include lack of resources, lack of political will, and lack of public awareness.