Research Papers/Articles
Traditional Clay Pottery of Odisha, India
2019
Author(s): Panda T, Mishra N , Rahimuddin S , Pradhan BK , Rout SD & Mohanty RB
The present paper discusses the pottery making process and related activities in rural areas of Bhadrak district of Odisha, India. The field survey was conducted during the year 2015-2017 to access the present status of this unique clay-based craft as well as the condition of the artisans involved in this craft making.
Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) Used by Garo Tribe of Rongram Block in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya
2019
Author(s): Sangma AJT, Lalnundanga
The paper construct socio-economic profile and document the availability of NTFPs used by Garo Tribe of Rongram Block in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya. The study reveals that the Garos are blessed with abundant natural resources of NTFPs with which they can develop their way of living mainly by fuelwood and honey business in a sustainable way.
Wild Edible Plants of Meghalaya, North-East India
2007
Author(s): Sawian JS, Jeeva S, Lyndem FG, Mishra BP, Laloo RC
The present communication aims to document the traditional knowledge about wild edible plants used by tribal people of Meghalaya. During present investigation, a total of 249 species of wild edibles belonging to 153 genera and 82 families were inventorised. Among them 129 are trees, 54 shrubs, 37 herbs and 29 climbers.
Rice Cakes of North-East Region of India: A Systematic Review
2023
Author(s): Basaiawmoit B , Mishraa BK, Hati S
Rice cakes are well-known in the North-east region and are mainly consumed during tea time, ceremonies, festivals, and other occasions. This paper documents the indigenous techniques for rice-based foods in the North-eastern region of India.
Contributions of Traditional Knowledge to Understanding Climate Change in the Canadian Arctic
2001
Author(s): Jolly D
The paper discusses five areas in which traditional knowledge may complement scientific approaches to understanding climate change in the Canadian Arctic.
Wild Edible Macrofungal Species Consumed by the Khasi Tribe of Meghalaya, India
2013
Author(s): Khaund P, Joshi SR
The ethnic tribal population have extensive ethnomycological knowledge based on which they discretely collect and sell the edible macrofungi. The study observed considerable diversity among the edible macro-fungal species sold in the local markets.
Culture, Law, Risk and Governance: Contexts of Traditional Knowledge in Climate Change Adaptation
2013
Author(s): Williams T, Hardison P
The article promote awareness of these issues to encourage their wider incorporation into research, policy, measures to implement free, prior and informed consent (FPIC) and the development of equitable adaptation partnerships between indigenous communities.
The Diversity Profile of Pepper and Banana Based High Range Home Gardens in Kerala
2023
Author(s): Babu NM, Thomas A, Venu L
The present study was to identify and analyze the diversity profile of the high range home gardens and also to compare the species diversity of different crop based home gardens in the high range area.
Traditional Knowledge Relating to use of Flora and Fauna as Indicators in Predicting Annual Seasons Among Karbi Tribe of Assam
2009
Author(s): Teron R, Borthakur SK
This paper studies the use of flora and fauna as indicators in predicting annual seasons among Karbi tribe of Assam.
Resource Conservation Through Indigenous Farming System in Hills of West Bengal
2012
Author(s): Mukherjee D
Available natural resources such as land, forests and water have continuously been degrading globally. There picture at regional level too is dim. Yet indigenous farming practices including, crop, seed production and management had always motivated the agriculturists to develop an improved agriculturally fit technology.