Synopsis The present book is a unique collection of papers which are contributed by variety of experts having multi-disciplinary back-ground. The balanced coverage of all the areas and issues in the context of different discipline is another distinguished feature of the book. The comprehensive coverage of issues and analysis has brought out a set of pragmatic alternatives which are practicable in resolving the environmental crisis with appropriate policy actions. The book will be useful for all those experts; policy makers; policy executives as well as NGOs and also those who are concerned with the problem of environmental degradation and current model of development.