Proceedings of Third

International Hindukush Cultural Conference

Oxford University Press had recently published a book Proceedings of the Third international Hindukush Cultural conference Edited by Prof.Israr ud-din, former Chairman Department of Geography University of Peshawar

The volume is a compilation of selected papers presented at the third International Hindukush Cultural conference held in chitral from 26-30 August 1995.The conference was multi-disciplinary, aiming at increasing communication not only among local and International Scholars but also among academic discipline. The book emphasizes the geo-political as well as socio-cultural importance of the region and contains valuable recommendations for the further development of the region.

            The chapter focuses on themes such as environmental problems, the need to conserve forests, soil erosion etc.The potential negative environmental and cultural consequences of development projects have also been discussed and there are recommendations for development agencies to incorporate a cultural and environmental sensitivity component into their planning process.

 The Volume will help to increase awareness to the fact that that natural/ physical environments and cultural environment are inter-mutually related. When the natural environment is degraded then the cultural environment is endangered.

Further information about the book may be obtained from the following: israruddin2000@yahoo.com or at minhasuddin@hotmail.com .

Name of Book:  Proceedings of Third International Hindukush Cultural Conference

Edited By:  Prof Israr Ud-din

Published By Oxford University press

Price: Rs.795/-