Synopsis Water, the boon of nature is an essential need of man. A rapid increase in population has enhanced the water requirement which resulted in the mismanagement of water resources. This book presents an indepth analysis of various aspects related to water management in spatio-temporal perspectives. It deals with the sources, use, state of pollution, physico-chemical analysis, quantity and quality, present and future stages of development and comprehensive planning for development and management of water resources considering the economic, legal and social aspects. The book will provide to be a model solution for the areas where no perennial source of water exists and rainfall occurrence is ephemeral.