The present book has been designed to meet the growing needs of the modern geographers at the college and university levels. The book aims to introduce fresh ideas as well as more detailed factual information, about the State of Jammu and Kashmir. The Geography of Jammu and Kashmir has incorporated the latest data, information maps, diagrams and statistics. Part One, dealing with physical setting works as a basis for more detailed studies later. In part Two the social personality of the State has been examined, while Part Three sums up the existing situation of economic scenario, mentioning some of the problems of growth and development. \nGiving a comprehensive coverage of the Geography of Jammu and Kashmir this book will serve at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels alike to the students working towards the examinations as well as for those who are interested in knowing the geographical personality of the State.