In recent years, the regulation of water consumption has become a subject of heated debate. Proponents argue that individuals have the right to use as much fresh water as they want, whereas critics maintain that authorities ought to rigidly control it because it is a finite resource. While one can accept that people have basic human rights and that they pay for them, I personally agree with the latter statement, as water is a limited resource and waste must be prevented.
On the one hand, some argue that unrestricted access to water is justified because it is a basic necessity and a paid service. This is primarily because human beings cannot live without water. We rely on water every day for a variety of purposes, such as drinking, washing, and having a shower. Therefore, restricting the use of water is not an idea that should be accepted. In addition to human rights, people are asked to pay taxes and utility bills. For that reason, people may think that they can use as much water as they want.
On the other hand, I believe that strict government regulation is essential to protect water supplies. One justification might be the supply of water. Nowadays, global freshwater reserves are dwindling due to the increasing number of population and climate change. Unlike the government, which can deal with this problem, people may waste water and use it above average. This may, in turn, cause future generations to be left without water. Another justification is preventing waste. When people have instant access to water, they often take it for granted and thus use it without any purpose. If the authorities do not take this problem seriously by imposing penalties and more expensive tariffs, people can continue to waste this vital resource.
In conclusion, I side with those who believe the government should introduce some limits to the consumption of water. If they fail to prevent the waste of water, people might be left without water in the future, which means future generations may face severe water scarcity.