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What is expected of states according to the Declaration?
What was the objective of the study 'Traditional knowledge of Kani tribals in Kouthalveli of Tirunelveli hills, Tamil Nadu, India'?
What is the potential of traditional medicines according to the study?
What is the impact of the loss of medicinal plants on the society?
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What is the significance of the information gathered from the tribals in the study?
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What was the focus of the case study 'Conservation of the orange-bellied Himalayan squirrel Dremomys lokriah using a traditional knowledge system'?
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What is the significance of traditional knowledge in modern development?
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Why is it an urgent task to record the traditions of the tribes?
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What is one of the major steps taken by India to protect traditional knowledge?
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What is the issue that India has faced due to the patenting system?
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What is the consequence of not protecting traditional knowledge in India?
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Who are the authors of the research titled 'Traditional Knowledge Protection: An Indian Perspective'?
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What is the primary way in which culture is passed on from one generation to the next?
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What is the term from which the English word 'Culture' is derived?
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What is the definition of culture according to Edward B. Tylor?
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What is the significance of culture in a nation?
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What are the two distinct components of culture?
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What is the role of culture in shaping human life?
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What is the primary aspect of Indian culture that has been well-regarded from ancient times and continues to be followed today?
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What has contributed to the changes in Indian culture throughout history?
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What is the Harappan Civilization known for in Indian culture?
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Where did the Harappan Civilization flourish?
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What is the name of the main river of the region where the Harappan Civilization flourished?
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What is a significant aspect of Indian culture that reflects the diversity in social and environmental life?
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Which of the following festivals is celebrated in Kashmir?
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What is the main food staple in North India?
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Which of the following is a traditional dance form of Uttar Pradesh?
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What type of music is popular in North India?
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Which of the following holy sites is located in Amritsar?
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What type of headgear is commonly worn by men in North India?
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Study Notes
Declaration of Traditional Culture
- The Declaration expects states to provide restitution in cases where traditional culture and cultural manifestations have been taken without consent.
- This is especially relevant in the context of traditional knowledge and cultural heritage.
Studies on Traditional Knowledge
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A study on traditional knowledge of Kani tribals in Kouthalai of Tirunelveli hills, Tamil Nadu, India (2005) revealed the importance of medicinal plants in primary healthcare.
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The study found that medicinal plants still play a vital role in primary healthcare and that their loss affects the whole society.
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The information gathered from the tribals is useful for further research in ethnobotany, taxonomy, and pharmacology.
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Another study on conservation of the orange-bellied Himalayan squirrel using traditional knowledge systems in Arunachal Pradesh, India (no date) highlighted the importance of traditional knowledge systems in modern development, especially regarding sustainable use of forests and ecosystem services.
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The study emphasized the need to record the valuable knowledge of tribes before it disappears.
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A study on traditional knowledge protection in India (2012) analyzed the features of indigenous knowledge, protection of traditional knowledge, and its benefits, as well as biopiracy issues.
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The study found that India has experienced various initiatives regarding the protection of traditional knowledge under intellectual property rights.
Indian Culture
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Indian culture is the oldest of all cultures and is considered the soul of the nation.
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Culture consists of the ways in which people think and act as members of a society.
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It includes values, beliefs, rules of conduct, and patterns of social, political, and economic organization.
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Culture has two distinctive components: material and non-material.
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The English word 'culture' is derived from the Latin term 'cult or cultus' meaning tilling, or cultivating, or refining, and worship.
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Culture is a way of life for many people, including the foods they consume, the clothes they wear, the language they speak, and the God they serve.
Ancient Indian Culture
- Indian culture has undergone numerous changes throughout history, with every dynasty and invader leaving their imprint on the culture.
- The Harappan civilization, also known as the Indus Valley Civilization, is an ancient Indian civilization that flourished more than 4000 years ago.
- The civilization is known for its urban culture in India.
North Indian Culture
- North Indian culture is known for its cultural heritage in architecture, including the Taj Mahal and Harmandir Sahib.
- The region has numerous holy religious sites, including Vaishno Devi, Amarnath, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Haridwar, and Varanasi.
- The literacy works of Kalidasa were first written in North India.
- Festivals observed in North India vary from one state to the next, including Gurupurab, Hola Mohalla, and Baisakhi.
- Traditional dress in North India includes kurta pyjamas, dhotis, and headgear like topis, turbans, or pagri for men, and salwar kameez, sarees, and ghagra cholis for women.
- Wheat is the main food in North India, and Roti is typically served with Sabzi.
- Non-vegetarian food is also widely available, particularly in Kashmir.
- Hindustani classical music is popular in North India, and each state has its own traditional dance, such as the Giddha and Bhangra of the Punjab, and the Kathak of Uttar Pradesh.
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Test your understanding of traditional knowledge, cultural heritage, and related studies. This quiz covers the Declaration of 2008, restitution, and research on traditional knowledge between 2000 and 2010.
