Synopsis The present volume provides an in-depth analysis of the role of tourism in rural development. It traces the contribution which tourism can make to the economic, social, political and even environmental advancement. While writing this book the authors have referred to a number of secondary sources and have taken a lot of required material from them and he herby acknowledges their contribution with sincerity and gratitude. The readers or this book shall find it quite informative and interesting. It will be beneficial not only for the students and researchers but also for the teachers.