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Unit-I Introduction To Traditional Knowledge

The document defines traditional knowledge as knowledge passed down through generations that forms part of indigenous communities' traditions. It has a practical basis related to the environment and is based on collective experience. Traditional knowledge is learned through observation and practice, is communal, and is transmitted orally. The scope of traditional knowledge includes technical knowledge related to agriculture, resources, and medicine, as well as cultural expressions. It is important because it influences health, identity, and practices and represents generations of experience and adaptability. Traditional knowledge can be categorized as relating to ecology, technology, or values and ethics.

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Unit-I Introduction To Traditional Knowledge

The document defines traditional knowledge as knowledge passed down through generations that forms part of indigenous communities' traditions. It has a practical basis related to the environment and is based on collective experience. Traditional knowledge is learned through observation and practice, is communal, and is transmitted orally. The scope of traditional knowledge includes technical knowledge related to agriculture, resources, and medicine, as well as cultural expressions. It is important because it influences health, identity, and practices and represents generations of experience and adaptability. Traditional knowledge can be categorized as relating to ecology, technology, or values and ethics.

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UNIT-I INTRODUCTION TO

TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE
Define traditional knowledge, nature and characteristics, scope and
importance, kinds of traditional knowledge, the physical and social contexts
in which traditional knowledge develop, the historical impact of social
change on traditional knowledge systems. Indigenous Knowledge (IK),
characteristics, traditional knowledge vis-à-vis indigenous knowledge,
traditional knowledge Vs western knowledge- traditional knowledge vis-à-vis
formal knowledge
Define traditional knowledge
• Traditional knowledge refers to: knowledge or
practices passed down from generation to
generation that form part of the traditions or
heritage of Indigenous communities.
• Knowledge or practice for which Indigenous
communities act as the guardians or custodians
• It is the accumulated knowledge and understanding
of human place in relation to universe
• Developed from experience gained over centuries
• My be transmitted orally
Nature and Characteristics of
TK
• TK – NATURE
• PRACTICAL BASIS
• ENVIRONMENTAL PHENOMENO
• TIME BASED ON THE POSITION OF SUN
• ABOUT WINDS AND WATER CURRENT
• are based on cumulative collective.experience, tested
over centuries, by people whohave a sophisticated and
practical knowledge of theland on which they
depended for every aspect of life
• SPRITUAL AND ETHICAL BELIEF
• TUMERIC , NEEM
• WHY DO YOU WANT TO STUDY ON TRADTIONAL
KNOWLEDGE
CHARACTERISTICS OF
TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE
• It is learned through continuous observation, experience and
practice.
• It is inseparable part of communal and cultural life of its holders,
and It is usually associated with the biological resources.
• It is not limited to any specific field of technology
• It is owned by a community and its use is often restricted to certain
members of that community.
• It is transmitted from generations to generations in many cases.
• It is transmitted orally for generations from person to person.
• It is being considered by the communities as gift of God and not as a
private property.
• It is usually impossible to identify the original creator of the
information.
IMPORTANT
CHARACTERISTICS OF
TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE
• It is learned through continuous observation, experience and
practice.
• It is inseparable part of communal and cultural life of its holders,
and It is usually associated with the biological resources.
• It is not limited to any specific field of technology
• It is owned by a community and its use is often restricted to
certain members of that community.
• It is transmitted orally for generations from person to person.
• It is being considered by the communities as gift of God and not
as a private property.
• It is usually impossible to identify the original creator of the
information.
IMPORTANT
CHARACTERISTICS OF
TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE
• LOCATION AND CULTURAL SPECIFIC
• GENERATED WITHIN COMMUNITIES
• IT’S A SURVIVAL STRATEGIES
• ORAL AND RURAL IN NATURE
SCOPE OF TK
• TK includes technical knowledge
• agricultural, technical, ecological, medical
• TK concerns knowledge of natural resources or
science and technology
• general TK
• music, dance, sculpture, weaving, designs, clothing,
and other folk custom techniques, and other
expression of folklore
• cultural expression of the humanities and the arts
• expression of folklore or ―expressions of
traditional culture
SCOPE OF TK
• general TK
• music, dance, sculpture, weaving, designs,
clothing, and other folk custom
techniques, and other expression of
folklore
• cultural expression of the humanities and
the arts
• expression of folklore or ―expressions
of traditional culture
Background of TK
• manifestation of TK is quite different
• some TK is documented eg: medicine

• the vast majority of TK is NOT documented,


perhaps due to custom eg:master to disciple
Ownership of TK

• TK published or not, is still traditional knowledge of the


peoples.
• Because tribes and indigenous peoples develop ideas,
opinions, or thoughts as TK, the creation of TK is a
process of gradual accumulation over time. This is not
to say that it is not the product of each individual.
• The creation of TK may be the work of one individual or
the joint efforts of a group of individuals.
• Therefore, an individual, a family, or a local community,
or a tribe may all own TK.
• For example, several million women and older
people have traditional household remedies from
their mastery of knowledge of the special medicinal
properties of plants.
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Importance of Traditional
Knowledge
• Influences individuals and community health
• Reinforces sense of identity and group cohesiveness
• Contributes to present day practices
• Fosters national acceptance and participation
• Represents generation of knowledge and experience
• Greater adaptability
• Enhanced participation of affected communities
• Empowerment of people in the decision process
• Better understanding of the situation and local practices by
external agents
• Strengthens replicability conditions (use of local resources)
TKS can be categorized as
(i) Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK)
-natural resources and environmental
management,
(ii) Traditional Technical Knowledge (TTK)
-knowledge associated with tools and
appliances
(iii) Traditional Value and Ethics (TVE)
-value, norm, institution and policy framework
evolved with traditional knowledge based practices.

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