Synopsis 'Fuel' is the main ingredient to run the entire body mechanism of any state. Local availability of various sources of fuel boosts the prosperity Petroleum and natural gas are the best known natural gas are the best known natural forms of fuel till date. These can be termed 'scarce resources' of the country. This book compiles the authoritative information on Government of India's policy, organisation and management of this significant source of energy. Organised in eight chapters viz. Introduction; Exploration and production; refining; Marketing and distribution; Other undertakings/organisations; Oil and natural gas; Conservation of petroleum products; and Control of pollution etc., this book will prove a dependable reference work.