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Wildlife and changing lifestyles in the “biodiversity hotspots” of the Nilgiri hills (Western Ghats) – Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Tarsh Thekaekara, New Delhi, Sun Jul 15 2012 I grew up in a small town on the border of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, cradled in the Nilgiri hills. I now work as a conservationist in the same area. Gudalur sits … Continue reading
Posted in Accountability, Biodiversity, Commentary, Ecology and environment, Economy and development, Elephant, Figures, census and other statistics, Nature and wildlife, Nilgiri, Organizations, Press snippets, Tiger, Tourism, Western Ghats - tribal heritage & ecology
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Indigenous knowledge for sustainable development and food security: United Nations recognition of “Globally Important Agriculture Heritage Systems” practiced by tribal communities – Odisha
Indigenous knowledge and farming practices of the region’s tribal people recognised for promoting food security and conserving biodiversity Traditional farming systems in India have received a major boost at a time when Indian agriculture is struggling to come to terms … Continue reading
Posted in Biodiversity, Customs, Eastern region – Eastern Zonal Council, Ecology and environment, Economy and development, Health and nutrition, Literature and bibliographies, Names and communities, Organizations, Quotes, Resources, Revival of traditions, Southern region – Southern Zonal Council, Tribal culture worldwide
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The changing character of sacred groves (kaavu): Tiny oases rich in floral and faunal biodiversity converted due to urbanization – Tamil Nadu & Kerala
Many small towns across India also have sacred groves. The kaavus of Kerala are managed by the government, temple trusts, local community, or even privately. In Thrissur, there are as many as 970 such kaavus in the district, of which … Continue reading
Posted in Anthropology, Biodiversity, Customs, Ecology and environment, Ethnobotany, History, Modernity, Nature and wildlife, Quotes, Resources, Sacred grove, Tips, Trees, Worship and rituals
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Eco-spirituality in the face of climate change: Learning from the Kaani tribe of Kanyakumari District – Tamil Nadu
ECO-SPIRITUALITY AND CLIMATE CHANGE WITH REFERENCE TO THE KAANI TRIBE OF KANYAKUMARI FORESTS S Davidson Sargunam, Tribal Foundation, 23, Cave Street, NagercoilS Suja, Associate Professor, Women’s Christian College, College Road, Chennai ABSTRACT The Kaani tribal people live in 48 Tribal … Continue reading →