Explore the profound impact of circular migration on rural India in this insightful volume. Focusing on millions of unskilled and semi-skilled poor, the book delves into their multi-locational livelihood strategies as they seek work, predominantly in the informal sector. Utilizing diverse conceptual frameworks and rich case studies from India’s most deprived regions, this study reveals how migration has become indispensable for sustaining and enhancing rural livelihoods. Discover the intricacies of this enduring mobility pattern and its crucial role in the economic survival of marginalized communities. Essential reading for understanding poverty, migration, and development in rural India.