Synopsis The book is compilation of different chapters (20 chapters) focusing on development through rural industries. In this context New Economic Policy initiated by Government of India, WTO etc. have also been highlighted by some of the authors. Different cases based on backward and forward linkages for the promotion of rural industries have been cited in this volume from different parts of the country. Even Gandhiji's view has been analyzed by one of the authors in the context of rural industrialization. This volume will be useful for researchers, academicians, policy markers and others who are interested in the field of rural industry/non farm sector.