The document discusses the snakes of India, emphasizing the common misconception that most snakes are poisonous and the resulting fatalities from snake bites due to ignorance and improper treatment. It aims to educate readers on identifying dangerous snakes to reduce mortality rates, which are alarmingly high in India. The author, Lieut.-Colonel K. G. Gharpurey, draws on over 25 years of experience and various sources to provide accessible information on the subject.