The content has been updated while preserving the legacy of the original book. The syllabus follows National Medical Commission (NMC) of India requirements, including competencies. Content is simplified to aid students in easy understanding and retention. Better resolution slides with relevant plates that are student friendly are given. A core highlight of this edition is the addition of easily reproducible hand-written diagrams of histology slides observed in practical classes, assisting with practical record writing and examinations. Identification points are provided with every slide. Applied aspects are included based on relevance. Extra information is clearly marked as ?Added Information? for optional reference. Clinical case scenarios relevant to histology are included in each chapter. Review questions and updated MCQs are added.