Water which is suitable for drinking called?

The water which is suitable for drinking is called potable water. Potable water is clean and free of harmful substances, such as bacteria and chemicals, and is safe to drink. It meets the drinking water standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO) and other regulatory bodies. Potable water can be obtained from various sources, such as public water supplies, boreholes, wells, and rainwater harvesting systems that undergo appropriate treatment processes.