http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/6749 Search the Channel search http://nopr.niscair.res.in/simple-search http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/6954 Title: Approaches in documenting ethnoveterinary practices <br/> <br/>Authors: Tripathi, Hema <br/> <br/>Abstract: The paper explores some of the relevant approaches for documenting ethno veterinary practices followed by livestock owners, ethnoveterinarians, traditional healers, <i style="">Vaids</i>, etc. in Indian livestock production system. Case study method, focus group approach, participant observation, survey, key informants, field observation, preference ranking and inventory of farmer’s indicators, conducting village level workshops/meeting and group discussion, use of media for communication and networking in ethno-knowledge, in different agroclimatic, socio-cultural zones, publication of newsletter in English, Hindi &amp; other local languages to link farmers of different states, touring in interior regions/tribal areas and remote villages, gender-based participatory discussion in small homogenous groups separately with males and females,<i style=""> </i>etc. are some of the suitable techniques and guidelines have been discussed for eliciting and documenting the knowledge from people. The study also discusses some of the methods of short listing the documented practices for ultimate scientific validation in order to develop a sustainable, economically viable and ecofriendly system of animal treatment. This paper attempts to draw attention to the research, development and the extension workers to take due cognizance of the knowledge possessed by them their contribution and potential, competencies and capabilities to explore fully for deriving real benefits for the animal sector. <br/> <br/>Page(s): 579-581 http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/6953 Title: Enumeration of ethnoveterinary plants of Cape Comorin, Tamil Nadu <br/> <br/>Authors: Kiruba, S; Jeeva, S; Dhas, SSM <br/> <br/>Abstract: From a survey of ethnoveterinary medicinal plants of Puthalam village in Cape Comorin, Tamil Nadu, 34 species belonging to 30 genera and 21 families of angiosperms were recorded. The medicinal importance of these plants used by the rural peoples as traditional medicine for their cattle is enumerated in this communication. <br/> <br/>Page(s): 576-578 http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/6952 Title: Traditional knowledge and biodiversity conservation in the sacred groves of Meghalaya <br/> <br/>Authors: Jeeva, S; Mishra, BP; Venugopal, N; L, Kharlukhi; Laloo, RC <br/> <br/>Abstract: The people of Meghalaya believe that the sacred groves (forests) are the abode of deities. It bestows the welfare of people, their cattle &amp; land, and keeps the evil spirits away. Those who do not obey the traditional norms of these groves may have to face the wrath of the deity. A religious belief is one of the major factors for conservation of plant resources in such groves. Local people believe that the Sylvan deities would be offended if trees are cut and twigs, flowers, fruits, etc. are plucked. These groves are considered as one of the most species-rich areas for plants, birds and mammals. The mythological stories and indigenous knowledge associated with the groves have been the principal factor in preserving the sacred groves in the immaculate condition. <br/> <br/>Page(s): 563-568 http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/6951 Title: Medicinal plants prescribed by different tribal and non-tribal medicine men of Tripura state <br/> <br/>Authors: Majumdar, Koushik; Saha, Reema; Datta, B K; Bhakta, T <br/> <br/>Abstract: The paper deals with 33 medicinal plants along with their local names, parts and ethnomedicinal uses prescribed by tribal and non-tribal medicine men of Tripura state. The ethnobotanical field survey was conducted around the tribal areas of the state during 2002-2003 to highlight the ethnomedicinal uses and the herbal formulation/ preparations of various traditional medicines. The survey comprised of the medicinal use of 33 species of 31 genera belonging to 25 families of flowering plants used for the treatment of various ailments either single or in combinations. The study provides immense scope for the active principles analysis and clinical studies of these plants for future drug development. <br/> <br/>Page(s): 559-562