Functions of the Authority

Subject to any special or general directions by the Government in this behalf, the Authority shall perform the following functions, namely,- (a) promote water conservation and enhancement of tree cover in the State; (b) regulate the exploitation of ground and surface water in the State; (c) make regulations for the functioning of the authorities at District, Divison and Mandal level constituted under the Act; (d) advise the Government on the legislative and administrative measures to be taken from time to time for the conservation of natural resources; (e) advise on economic measures to be taken by the Government as incentives or disincentives relating to taxes, levies, fees or other charges to promote conservation of natural resources; (f) advise on strengthening public participation in conservation of natural resources from time to time in such a way that equity in access to water in different basins, sub-basins and regions in the State is maintained; (g) advise on any other matter that may be referred to it by the Government; and (h) advise the Government on the constitution and functions of the District, Divison and Mandal level Authorities.