Investigate the pressing threat of mineral depletion and its implications for global development. This accessible book provides a vital economic analysis of resource scarcity, examining contemporary consumption trends, technological innovation, and the historical debate surrounding mineral availability. Discover an essential framework for understanding how societal needs, population growth, and environmental concerns shape our resource future. It explores substitution, scarcity metrics, and the crucial links between resource use, sustainability, and equity. A must-read for students, economists, policymakers, and anyone invested in India’s long-term future resources and sustainable development.