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Conservation and collection practices in the sacred Thal Kedar forest of Uttarakhand

Both indigenous and scientific knowledge are equally important to promote biodiversity conservation

Posted on 20 May, 2023 06:57 PM

Forests are a primary source of food, water, medicine, fruits, shelter, bedding materials, fuel, fodder, and appliances for agriculture in rural areas, globally. The ‘sacred natural forest sites’ in the Himalayan mountains are a common center of different cultures, social groups, traditions, and beliefs.

The sacred Thal Kedar forest is a common sacred center for people of different cultures, traditions, and beliefs (Image: Mini Mehta, eUttaranchal)

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