Synopsis Bonded labourers are the most exploited lot. They are underpaid, malnourished and live a life devoid of almost all basic necessities of life. Their working conditions were abysmally low and degrading. The issue of bonded labour was taken to the Supreme Court of India, Dr. Mahaveer Jain, was directed to enquire into the measures adopted by the Supreme Court of India, report on the extent to which these directives had been implemented, and also indicate the latest position in the matter. In this book the author has brought out indepth investigation of working and living conditions of bonded labourers through case studies and other details. This enhances the value of this book. Besides, it is a store-house of valuable information on bonded labour problems which adds to the knowledge of policy planners, researchers, governmental and non-governmental organisations. They will find this book very useful and handy.