The book, named "Handbook of Statistics," offers an extensive guide designed specifically for social science students commencing statistical analysis endeavours. It provides a unique approach by not only exploring statistical concepts but also highlighting their practical significance and implementation.

Encompassing an extensive range of topics, the book commences with an exposition on statistics, establishing the groundwork by elucidating its definition, extent, and constraints. The content of the course is organized in a logical manner, covering topics such as scale of measurement, data structure, data collection and presentation, measures of central tendency and dispersion, correlation, regression, index numbers, sampling techniques, hypothesis testing, and probability distribution. It examines various scales of measurement and their importance, explains different methods of collecting data, and emphasizes the significance of presenting data effectively using text, tables, and graphs.

A notable aspect of the book is its emphasis on practicality. By clarifying the most suitable statistical tools for various types of data and analysis, the book enables students to make well-informed decisions in their research pursuits. In addition, the discussion on sampling techniques provides students with the necessary knowledge to create strong research methodologies. Furthermore, the chapters on hypothesis testing and probability distribution establish a firm basis for performing statistical inference. The book effectively presents advanced statistical concepts while ensuring accessibility through the use of clear language and an organized structure.

Debasish Biswas: is presently serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Business Administration, at Vidyasagar University, West Bengal. He is having Post –Graduate teaching experience of more than 14 years. His areas of specialization are Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, and Marketing. He has presented 105 research papers in different areas of management at different National and International Seminars and Conferences. He has authored 84 research papers in National and International journals of repute. He is a life member of the Indian Commerce Association and All India Accounting Association. He has authored twenty-six books. He has also contributed 21 chapters in various edited books. He received the Best Business Academic of the Year Award -2016 (Gold Medal) at the 69 th All India Commerce Conference organized by Lucknow University, Lucknow. He received Bharat Vikas Award in 2018 from the Institute of Self Reliance, Odisha. He has successfully guided 10 Ph.D. scholars.

Atanu Manna: is a distinguished senior research scholar at the Department of Centre for Environmental Studies at Vidyasagar University. Holding an MSc in Geography and an MBA with HR specialization, he has successfully qualified for UGC NET and JRF in Geography, and NET in HRM/Labour Welfare. He has an impressive academic portfolio, including the publication of nine research papers, two book chapters, and a book, showcasing his proficiency in blending academic research with practical data analysis. With two years of experience as a data analyst in the corporate sector, his work is a testament to making complex concepts accessible and applicable in the real world.

Tanusree Chakraborty: holds a Ph.D. in Applied Psychology from Calcutta University, complemented by an MA in Applied Psychology with a specialization in Organizational Psychology, a PGDHRM, and an MBA in HR. With over 20 years of professional experience, she has contributed significantly to the academic and research spheres. Her association with esteemed B-Schools and Universities in Kolkata, Madurai, Bangalore, and Chennai highlights her commitment to academic excellence. Currently serving as a Faculty in the Centre for Management Studies at the Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI), Hyderabad, Dr. Chakraborty brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Dr. Chakraborty has authored approximately 70 publications in esteemed journals and books. She has delivered over 80 research papers at international conferences. Dr. Chakraborty has published books with IGI Global Publishers, Taylor and Francis, and CRC Press.

Unit-I: Introduction to Statistics

Unit-II: Scale of Measurement and Data Structure

Unit-III: Collection and Presentation of Data

Unit-IV: Measures of Central Tendency and Partition Values

Unit-V: Measures of Dispersion

Unit-VI: Correlation

Unit-VII: Regression

Unit-VIII: Index Numbers

Unit-IX: Sampling Technique

Unit-X: Hypothesis Testing

Unit-XI: Probability Distribution