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This book introduces the major agricultural activities in India and their impact on soil and groundwater. It lists the basic aspects of agricultural activities and introduces soil properties, classification and processes, and groundwater characteristics, movement, and recharge aspects. It further discusses soil and groundwater pollution from various sources, impacts of irrigation, drainage, fertilizer, and pesticide. Finally, the book dwells upon conservation and management of groundwater and soil. Salient Features Comprehensive coverage of the syllabus Content presented in a structured manner for better comprehension and retention Learning activities included in all chapters with answers at the end to aid in revision. Simple and lucid language Self-explanatory diagrams and figures Table of Contents Agricultural Activities and Environmental Impacts Soil - Processes and Properties Groundwater Hydrology Soil and Groundwater Pollution Irrigation and Drainage: Impacts and Remedial Measures Environmental Impacts of Fertilisers Pesticides and Environmental Impacts Monitoring of Soil and Groundwater Pollution Soil and Groundwater Treatment Conservation and Management of Soil and Groundwater