Traditional Indian Knowledge and Environmental Conservation

Overview & Synopsis

Traditional Indian Knowledge (TIK) offers a rich and context-specific framework for environmental conservation, rooted in centuries of lived experience, ecological observation, and cultural integration. As the world confronts climate change, biodiversity loss, and unsustainable resource consumption, the relevance of TIK as a complementary or alternative paradigm to modern environmental strategies is increasingly being recognized. This paper explores the ecological principles, historical evolution, and contemporary applicability of TIK in addressing pressing environmental challenges in India.