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The cultural dimensions of household water security: the case of Kathmandu’s stone spout systems

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  • Olivia Molden
  • Nicholas Griffin
  • Katie Meehan

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This article contributes knowledge to the under-studied cultural aspects of household water security through the case of Kathmandu’s ancient stone waterspouts. It asks why and how ‘traditional’ water supply systems persist as a form of water provision, and examines governance arrangements that pose challenges to these systems. It demonstrates that spout systems are critical sources of secure water supply, particularly for underserved populations. Also, the religious, cultural and social significance of spouts enables community autonomy and facilitates their persistence. However, conflicts between cultural heritage and drinking water law and policy undermine spout revitalization efforts and the entire system’s integrity.

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  • Olivia Molden & Nicholas Griffin & Katie Meehan, 2016. "The cultural dimensions of household water security: the case of Kathmandu’s stone spout systems," Water International, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 41(7), pages 982-997, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rwinxx:v:41:y:2016:i:7:p:982-997
    DOI: 10.1080/02508060.2016.1251677
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    1. Eichelberger, Laura, 2019. "Recognizing the dynamics of household water insecurity in the rapidly changing polar north: Expected uncertainties in access, quality, and consumption patterns in Niugtaq (Newtok), Alaska," World Development Perspectives, Elsevier, vol. 16(C).

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