Title: Exploring water conservation and awareness through the lens of Indian scholars

Authors: Shyamli Singh; Monika Saini

Addresses: Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi, 110002, India ' Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi, 110002, India

Abstract: India is experiencing a growing water shortage as a result of population growth, urbanisation, and climate change. To create a sustainable water future, research on water conservation awareness among scholars in India is essential. This can be done by understanding their perceptions, behaviours, and preferences. Scholars in Delhi and Kolkata were given a structured questionnaire to provide information about their water consumption patterns, water conservation knowledge, and preferred conservation strategies. In order to gain knowledge of the factors determining scholars' awareness of water conservation, the data was analysed using statistical tools and tests. The findings showed that a significant portion of scholars were aware of the importance of water conservation. The majority stated that they preferred changing their behaviour to save water. Scholars' awareness of the value of water-saving techniques, such as using water-efficient fixtures, promptly repairing leaky taps, and collecting rainwater for various uses, was particularly noteworthy.

Keywords: water; water conservation; awareness; statistics; attitude; Indian scholars.

DOI: 10.1504/IJW.2024.144662

International Journal of Water, 2024 Vol.16 No.3, pp.222 - 239

Received: 06 Apr 2024
Accepted: 06 Oct 2024
Published online: 26 Feb 2025 *

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