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TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE DIGITAL LIBRARY: AN IMITATIVE TO PROTECT INDIA'S TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE

  • 1. Head, Learning Resource Centre, Dayanand Arya Kanya Mahavidyalaya, Jariptka, Nagpur, Maharashtra

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Traditional knowledge is an important element of the intellectual and cultural heritage of indigenous peoples. It reflects their social and historical identity and significantly contributes to the future well-being and sustainable development. This paper analyses the features of indigenous knowledge, protection of traditional knowledge in India and its benefits, biopiracy issues, and Indian experience. It further discusses the national and international initiatives and Traditional Knowledge Digital Library, its benefits and outcomes against biopiracy.

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