Chakrabarty SP, Tanoue M, Penteado A. The Trouble Is, You Think You Have Time: Traditional Knowledge of Indigenous Peoples in Japan and India, the Reality of Biodiversity Exploitation.
Environ Manage 2023;
72:100-112. [PMID:
34999910 DOI:
10.1007/s00267-021-01560-0]
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Abstract
This paper aims to illustrate the crucial role of preserving, protecting and managing the environment by Indigenous Peoples in Japan and India. Traditional Knowledge has provided the ability to detect, understand and respond to environmental changes. However, modern science and applied technology often fall short of sustainable practices, acquired through 'centuries of local observation'. Our consumer-centric world has unravelled a sad situation that has contributed to an irretrievable climate crisis. Multilateral instruments, however, have come to the rescue. In this journey, Japan and India have shown the world some constructive initiatives with positive outcomes which could go a long way in achieving the UN-SDGs.
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