Question

Discuss the water consumption standards as given by the Urban Water Commission .
Write your opinion.

Answer 1

Answer:

As per the Bureau of Indian Standards, IS:1172-1993, a minimum water supply of 200 litres per capita per day (lpcd) should be provided for domestic consumption in cities with full flushing systems.

Answer 2

Answer:

In India, the design of water supply systems has been done using certain standards. Currently the standard being used is BIS 1172: 1993, reaffirmed in 1998. This specifies a consideration of use of the following:

For communities with a population of between 20,000 to 100,000 — 100 to 150 litres per head per day

For communities with a population of over 100,000 — 150 to 200 litres per head per day.