Synopsis The book Arid Legumes is compendium of authentic information of the legume crops, i.e., mothbean, clusterbean, cowpea and horsegram which have recently been classified as arid legumes, grown mostly in arid and semi-arid areas under very limited resource conditions. The book covers the production and protection technology of crops. Each crop has been deeply discussed with their origin, botanical characteristics, advanced agronomic practices and plant protection measures. The association and importance of these legumes in different cropping system has also been highlighted. The book will be useful for teachers, students, research workers and farmers of arid and semi-arid regions of India.