The book identifies he factors influencing employment both at the regional and national levels by analyzing various policies and progerammes. The empirical studies of Indian State economies and interdependence between employment and economic growth translate into livelihood security are well incorporated in the book. It employs a very broad range of state experiences to understand the efficacy of MGNREGS and the inter-linkages among various stakeholders of the programme. This book has displayed some important policy implications. Researchers, government executives and readers who are interested in employment and rural development will find the book of enormous use.