This book is based on the field data collected and analyzed by the authors in 6 major wetlands of Manipur, Northeast India during 2000-2011. The service provided by wetland to humankind is tremendous and non-substitutable. Human have been depending upon wetlands for food, fodder, medicine, etc. and ecological services that people need for survival since ages. Considering the fundamental requirements, the present book has been compiled to bring out a holistic linkage and human dependence on wetlands with special reference to Manipur state. The book covers identification of economically...