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Title: Indigenous Knowledge Helps to Develop Sustainable Lifestyle Practices
Language: English
Authors: Amit Das (ORCID 0009-0000-2285-9498), Tarini Halder
Source: Shanlax International Journal of Education. 2025 13(3):20-27.
Availability: Shanlax International Journals. 66, V.P. Complex, T.P.K. Main Road, Near KVB Vasantha Nagar, Madurai Tamil Nadu 625003, India. e-mail: shanlaxjournals@gmail.com; Web site: http://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/education
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 8
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Indigenous Knowledge, Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Cultural Maintenance, Health Services, Conservation (Environment), Educational Practices, Integrated Curriculum
ISSN: 2320-2653
2582-1334
Abstract: Indigenous knowledge and sustainability are closely related. Around the world, Indigenous people live in almost every country and region. They practice their belief and traditional knowledge. This knowledge fully promoted sustainability and sustainable practices. Indigenous knowledge represents a dynamic and invaluable resource rooted in cultural traditions, local practices, and situational wisdom. Indigenous Knowledge (IK) plays a vital role inpursuing sustainable practices. This paper explores the significance, utility, and integration of Indigenous knowledge in the context of sustainable practices in the case of healthcare, education, environmental conservation, and cultural preservation. The study underscores the potential of traditional knowledge to complement modern scientific approaches in addressing sustainable practices. It highlights the transformative value of indigenous knowledge systems, particularly their role in sustainable practices and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The study evaluates the distinctions and overlaps between traditional and scientific knowledge systems through a comparative lens, advocating for their convergence to foster holistic problem-solving and innovation. The findings suggest that integrating IK not only enriches the individual but also enriches our modern society. Indigenous Knowledge contributes to broader sustainability goals by fostering a deeper connection between people and their environment. Ultimately, this study calls for policymakers and educators to recognize the value of Indigenous knowledge systems as essential components of sustainable practice, advocating for inclusive frameworks that honor diverse epistemologies and promote ecological resilience.
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