Groundwater Economics and Policy in South Asia

is a reference guide focusing on groundwater management and groundwater economics in South Asia. The author compares the regional variations across South Asia and the public policies that shaped the groundwater sector and presents the most up-to-date information on groundwater management using practical case-studies and empirical data. With the inclusion of strong methodological solutions for sustainable groundwater management, scholars in the fields of geohydrology, agricultural sciences, water resource economics, and professionals in water science and policy will get access to the latest policies and methods used in groundwater research in South Asia.

Presents a comprehensive overview of water management issues and governance in South Asia

Includes detailed case studies and applications to guide the reader

Contains the most recent developments in the literature, along with empirical data