Book excerpt: Reflecting author's experience as a teacher, guide and examiner this book is primarily for the MBBS students to face the practical examination and viva; however, it is also useful for the students pursuing MD/DNB (Community Medicine), MPH, DPH and other relevant disciplines. - The book is designed with many figures and tables for easy understanding. - Practical part of the book includes spotters with coloured figures, exercises with solutions and clinicosocial case with details of specific cases. Additionally, chapters such as dietary assessment, family study proforma and visits to various centres are included. - Viva part includes important sample theory viva questions with answers. - This book is provided with online content which includes additional practical and viva questions, answers to practice exercises, links to health programmes and useful websites, and images in community medicine. Topics such as OSCE/OSPE, food adulteration and tips for PowerPoint presentation are also included in the online content.