Analyses Current Conventional Development Theory Linking The Present Problems And Environmental Destruction. Explores The Socio-Economic Situation In The Himalayan Areas And Exams The Extent Of Crisis. 8 Chapters-References.

Contributed articles.

`This is an important book that deserves to be read by everyone concerned with presenting major environmental issues.' Geography ` ... an essential text for policy makers and aid professionals, as well as for students of environmental studies and international development ... It is indeed, a book appropriate to the urgent and critical issues which it addresses.' - Journal of Environmental Management

Contributed articles presented at the Workshop on "Himalayan Medicinal Plants: Potential and Prospects" organized by G.B. Pant Institute of Himalayan Environment & Development Kosi-Katarmal, Almora from 5-7 November, 1988.