The study argues that IK is an imprecisely formulated term and highlights recent scholarship that sees IK and WS as constructed categories that emerged in particular historical circumstances. It concludes by discussing briefly the notion that these mutually exclusive labels should be avoided, so as not to privilege some forms of knowledge over others.

The survey recorded traditional knowledge on 949 formulations used for 66 human ailments. Five hundred forty six plant products, 42 animal products and 22 organic/inorganic materials were found to be used in these 949 formulations. Five plant species – Zingiber officinale Zingiberaceae), Cocos nucifera (Arecaceae), Oroxylum indicum (Bignonaceae), Curcuma longa (Zingiberaceae) and Allium sativum (Liliaceae) used by maximum number of Maiba and Maibi in maximum number of formulations.

The present paper is based on the data collected on traditional health practice as well as use of indigenous medicine and religious practices among the Mishings of Golaghat district. The study was conducted in two villages namely, Baghedhara and Namtemera, situated in two opposite directions in the district. The two villages are entirely inhabited by the Mishing people

The NBA, the State Biodiversity Boards (SBBs) and the Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs) form the operational arms for the Act and Rules at National, State and Local levels respectively. This guideline was developed to provide operational guidelines for BMCs so that their establishment and operationalization becomes informed with clarity on roles and responsibilities of BMCs.

The project intends to understand the traditional practices and wisdom associated with Jhum agriculture and tries to answer some critical questions.

This publication contains the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 and the Biological Diversity Rules, 2004 that was promulgated by the Government of India. An Act to provide for conservation of biological diversity, sustainable use of its components and fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of the use of biological resources, knowledge and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

The study investigated the antibacterial property and phytochemical study of some specific dried products of western Rajasthan.

This report illustrates the science and technology plan for disaster risk reduction from the 12 countries in Asia. It consists of two parts: Science Technology Plan for DRR and Country Report.

The main aim of the survey was to identify and collect information regarding the availability and consumption of underutilized leafy vegetables by the tribals and local people of Jharkhand. Plants were identified with their botanical names based on local names and after considering the literature on the flora of Jharkhand and Bihar.

The study revealed that the bran is rich in RBO and antioxidants like oryzanol, tocopherol and tocotrienol which may contribute to its high therapeutic value. The study recommends minimum polishing of these rice varieties during milling for consumption purpose. As the bran is rich in fibre and micronutrients like Fe, Cu, B and S, it should be utilized for the preparation of value added products like biscuits, baby foods, breads, etc. for healthy human consumption. The study envisages an urgent need for the utilization of the huge quantity of rice bran oil and as component of other food products.