Synopsis Public Distribution System has been launched in India as a panacea to safeguard the interest of poor by eliminating middlemen barriers and also to protect the consumers from malpractices of adulteration, overpricing, profiteering, under weight, black marketing etc. The present book in a lucid manner seeks to examine the network and status of PDS in the country as well as in Himachal Pradesh. The book comprises introduction containing meaning, growth and performance of PSD at the national level. Organizational structure and appraisal of the policies and programmes and operational and financial performance of PDS have also been discussed. Administration and management of the Fair Price Shops and satisfaction level of consumers with regard to the existing PDS system is also elaborated. Challenges and remedial strategies have also been added towards the end of this book which make it indispensable for future researchers.