The vegetated landmasses within the riverbanks of Bangladesh, which are commonly known as chars, have long been inhabited by a large number of people. These people have to brave the natural calamities of land erosion and flooding in making a living there. This book presents the environmental dynamics of the major rivers of Bangladesh in explaining the process of char formation. It provides an account of the varying characteristics of land erosion and flooding in the different rivers of the country. The socio-economic dimension of char life in the country is discussed against the physical backdrop narrated earlier. The analysis here reflects the resilience of the char people as well as their need for institutional support. The book addresses relevant management issues and provides pertinent suggestions for policy-making aimed at ensuring a better life for the char dwellers consistent with the overall goal of national development.
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