Rajasthan: The Quest for Sustainable Development is a comprehensive scholarly volume that examines the economic, social, environmental, and institutional challenges involved in achieving sustainable development in India's largest state. Edited by the eminent development economist Dr. Vijay S. Vyas, the book brings together contributions from 14 leading economists and policy experts, offering an interdisciplinary analysis of Rajasthan's development trajectory. The volume explores the state's unique geographical constraints—including its vast arid and semi-arid regions, scarce water resources, recurring droughts, land degradation, and fragile ecosystems—while assessing opportunities for balanced and inclusive growth. Chapters address a wide range of subjects, including agriculture, irrigation, groundwater management, land use, livestock development, poverty, employment, industrialization, gender, Panchayati Raj institutions, local governance, NGOs, environmental sustainability, and Rajasthan's rich cultural heritage. Rather than focusing solely on economic growth, the book emphasizes the importance of integrating environmental conservation, social equity, and participatory governance into long-term development strategies. Combining empirical research, policy analysis, statistical data, maps, and case studies, this authoritative reference is an invaluable resource for economists, policymakers, researchers, students of development studies, civil servants, and anyone interested in Rajasthan's socio-economic transformation.