Publisher's Synopsis
Traditional Knowledge (TK) has contributed immensely to shaping development and human well-being. Its influence spans a variety of sectors, including agriculture, health, education and governance. However, in today's world, TK is increasingly underrepresented or under-utilised. Further, while the applicability of TK to human and environmental welfare is well to recognized, collated information on how TK contributes to different sectors is not easily accessible. This book focuses on the relevance of TK to key environment to and development to related sectors, discusses the current debates within each of these sectors and presents suggestions as to how TK can be effectively integrated with conventional science and policy. A valuable resource researchers, academics and policymakers, Traditional Knowledge in policy and practice provides a comprehensive overview of TK, and its links and contributions to social, economic, environmental, ethical and political issues.
