Synopsis The present book is a pioneer work in the field of human environment with special emphasis to the slums existing in the metropolitan cities and the various towns of the country. The book elaborates major factors adversely effecting quality of life with the emphasis on sanitation situation analysis. The pay and use toilets, old community toilets and their effect on human environment discussed at length as case study in towns of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Delhi etc. The book suggests workable methods for the improvement of the poor environment. "The book will prove as a unique study to the professionals, planners, managers, municipal engineers and other persons interested in keeping cities clean and environmentally healthy. Written with a deep practical insight the book is a must for all dealing with urban development and improvement.