Indigenous
Knowledge Systems
Objectives
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Documentation of indigenous practices
relating to natural resource management and re-strengthening of culture
and indigenous knowledge base with modern techniques.
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Scientific analysis of various existing
indigenous practices, and identification of possible options for value
addition to the traditional practices.
Current Activities
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Documentation and analysis of indigenous
knowledge and management practices of high altitude societies.
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Analysis of indigenous agricultural
practices in the light of its efficiency and sustainability.