This quick revision tool for forensic medicine and toxicology is presented in a concise and easy-to-understand manner as in the previous editions. It covers all the topics required for theory, viva voce and practical examinations. Line diagrams, flow charts, tables and differentiations have been added wherever possible to make the subject interesting and the concepts clear. All of the relevant and important information for specific topics is highlighted, with colour plates for poisons for easy identification.

All of the chapters have been fully revised and updated, and questions are provided at the end of each chapter, divided into ""Must Know"" and ""Desirable to Know"" to help students prepare for the professional examinations. Answers can be referred to the text, which are provided as superscripts. These MCQs will also help prepare students for their viva voce.

Some older terminologies and concepts have been removed and newer ones introduced.
Mnemonics have been included for easy recollection and reproduction.
Recent advances on skeletal age assessment, time since death, diagnosis and treatment of various poisons, etc. have been incorporated wherever required.
Important sections of IPC, CrPC and IEA are given in a single table.
Application of nano-medicine in toxicology has been highlighted in some of the chapters.
An excellent textbook for medical undergraduates and PG aspirants.