Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) are the traditional knowledge, skills, beliefs, and practices developed by indigenous communities over many generations. This knowledge is based on lived experience and is closely connected to nature, culture, and community life.
In simple words
IKS includes how indigenous people:
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Topic-1- Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS): Concept, Nature, and Scope Concept of Indian Knowledge SystemsTopic 2-Historical Foundations and Knowledge Traditions of IndiaTopic 3- Major Domains of Indian Knowledge SystemsTopic 4: Philosophical Foundations and Contemporary Relevance of IKSFarm and use natural resources 🌱
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Treat illnesses with traditional medicine 🌿
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Predict weather and seasons 🌦️
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Practice culture, values, and spirituality 🪶
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Solve problems in their communities
Why IKS is important
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It preserves cultural identity
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It promotes sustainable living
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It complements modern science
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It passes wisdom from elders to younger generations
- TEACHER: Dr. Pramod Kumar Gupta