Virender Singh Rana

Virender Singh Rana
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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