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| Title: | Traditional knowledge and biodiversity conservation in the sacred groves of Meghalaya |
| Authors: | Jeeva, S
Mishra, BP
Venugopal, N
L, Kharlukhi
Laloo, RC |
| Keywords: | Indigenous knowledge
Meghalaya
Plant diversity
Sacred groves
Khasi tribe
Garo tribe
Jaintia tribe |
| Issue Date: | Oct-2006 |
| Publisher: | CSIR |
| IPC Code: | Int. Cl.8: A61K36/00, A61P25/00 |
| Abstract: | The people of
Meghalaya believe that the sacred groves (forests) are the abode of deities. It
bestows the welfare of people, their cattle & 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. |
| Page(s): | 563-568 |
| ISSN: | 0975-1068 (Online); 0972-5938 (Print) |
| Source: | IJTK Vol.05(4) [October 2006]
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