IJFANS International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences

ISSN PRINT 2319 1775 Online 2320-7876

ANALYSE HOW INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES UTILIZE GEOGRAPHICAL KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS AND PRACTICES

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Parveen Kumar Garg, Pooja

Abstract

Over many generations, indigenous people have honed specific spatial knowledge systems and practices that have allowed them to flourish in a variety of locations. These systems are complex webs of information, beliefs, and rituals that are intricately entwined with their culture and spirituality rather than just collections of facts. The interaction of Indigenous groups, their knowledge systems, and geographic activities is examined in this study. It draws attention to the growing acceptance of Indigenous knowledge (IK) and how it might improve geographical knowledge systems and practices. The study explores the difficulties in defining "indigenous peoples" as well as the difficulties in gathering and applying indigenous knowledge. Following an analysis of the shortcomings of the resource management strategies now in use, the "geosystem" concept is put forth as a framework for the smooth integration of Indigenous Knowledge.

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