Natural and Cultural Diversity in the Himalaya
Natural and Cultural Diversity in the Himalaya

Author: Vishwambhar Prasad Sati

Publisher:

Published: 2023

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9783031393648

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The Himalaya is the new folded mountain system - the tallest and the youngest in the world. It has a rich diversity - natural and cultural, and diversity in all walks of life. Most of its uniqueness is unknown because of its remoteness. Even, the native people are not aware of them. This book aims to describe the uniqueness of the Central Himalaya in terms of its natural and cultural diversity in detail. Supported by original figures and primary data, this book is empirically tested. It is mainly based on observation and participation and the use of a qualitative approach. Although lots of work has been carried out on the various aspects of the Himalayan region yet, a detailed description of the natural and cultural diversity is yet to be done. This book steps forward to elaborate on some of the unique natural and cultural features of the Central Himalaya, which are worthy to be known about. It contains a total of 10 chapters. Four chapters are devoted to natural diversity and four chapters comprise cultural diversity. Besides, the introduction and conclusions are the first and the last chapters of the book, respectively. The book is the first of its kind and will be useful to all stakeholders - students of all standards, research scholars, academicians, policymakers, native people, tourists, and the general public.

Natural and Cultural Diversity in the Himalaya
Natural and Cultural Diversity in the Himalaya

Author: Vishwambhar Prasad Sati

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2023-08-09

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 3031393635

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The Himalaya is the new folded mountain system – the tallest and the youngest in the world. It has a rich diversity – natural and cultural, and diversity in all walks of life. Most of its uniqueness is unknown because of its remoteness. Even, the native people are not aware of them. This book aims to describe the uniqueness of the Central Himalaya in terms of its natural and cultural diversity in detail. Supported by original figures and primary data, this book is empirically tested. It is mainly based on observation and participation and the use of a qualitative approach. Although lots of work has been carried out on the various aspects of the Himalayan region yet, a detailed description of the natural and cultural diversity is yet to be done. This book steps forward to elaborate on some of the unique natural and cultural features of the Central Himalaya, which are worthy to be known about. It contains a total of 10 chapters. Four chapters are devoted to natural diversity and four chapters comprise cultural diversity. Besides, the introduction and conclusions are the first and the last chapters of the book, respectively. The book is the first of its kind and will be useful to all stakeholders – students of all standards, research scholars, academicians, policymakers, native people, tourists, and the general public.

Recognizing Diversity
Recognizing Diversity

Author: Chetan Singh

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780198069089

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Studies of specific mountain areas have almost invariably been contextualized within an integrated picture of highlands in contrast to an 'other'--the lowlands. The Himalayas are no exception. It has been long contended by anthropologists that the inhabitants of the lower Himalayas-stretching from Kashmir to eastern Nepal-share common cultural and historical traditions. Studies show that several characteristics such as inter-caste relations, marriage customs, the status accorded to women, religious practices and dietary habits, distinguish pahari people from the inhabitants of the plains. This book presents a discussion on the broad aspects in which Himalayan societies are markedly different from the adjacent lowlands of South Asia. The essays engage with some of the key institutions and traditions associated with these differentiating areas. They also illustrate the diversity within them, emphasizing that while certain customs are broadly representative of a shared Himalayan culture, there is no single underlying rationality for the entire region. The internal variations that have evolved historically within Himalayan societies still persist.

Cultural Diversity, Indigenous Knowledge, and Biodiversity Conservation
Cultural Diversity, Indigenous Knowledge, and Biodiversity Conservation

Author: Nava Kishor Das

Publisher: Serials Publications

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 9788183873161

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Cultural Diversity Is Closely Linked To Biodiversity. Humanity S Collective Knowledge Of Biodiversity And Its Use And Management Rests In Cultural Diversity; Conversely, Conserving Biodiversity Often Helps Strengthen Cultural Integrity Beliefs, And Values. Task Before Us Is To Safeguard Cultural And Biological For Present And Future Generations. Anthropology S Enduring Interest In People S Knowledge Systems Has Recently Attracted The Attention Of Development Policymakers And Practitioners. Indigenous Knowledge Has Emerged With The Focus On Popular Participation And Planning-From-Below. There Is Greater Need To Discuss The Links Between Nature And Culture, And Particularly To Acknowledge The Intangible/ Tangible Heritage Of Indigenous/ Tribal People In The World. This Volume Is Being Brought Out As A Special Commemorative Volume During Out As A Special Commemorative Volume During The 16Th World Congress Of The International Union Of Anthropological And Ethnological Sciences (Iuaes) 2009, Kunming, Yunna, China-27-31 July 2009. In Order To Be Compatible With The Focal Theme Of Humanity, Development And Cultural Diversity Of The 16Th World Congress Iuaes, 2009, We Have Chosen The Somewhat Allied Theme Of Cultural Diversity, Indigenous Knowledge, And Biodiversity Conservation To Bring This Special Volume. In Doing So Our Prime Purpose Is To Present Before The World Anthropologists A Faction Of Our Contribution Towards Understanding The Large Vision Of Humanity, Development And Cultural Diversity. The Chosen Themes Of Cultural Diversity, Indigenous Knowledge, And Biodiversity Conservation Are Too Focused To Be Adequately And Justifiably Analyzed By The Specialists In One Discipline. Hence, We Approached The Colleagues In Allied Discipline. All Papers Focus On Long Or More Of The Issues Of The Cultural Diversity, Indigenous Knowledge, And Biodiversity Conservation And In Doing So They Are Not Confined To Asia / South Asia Alone.

Views in India, chiefly among the Himalaya Mountains
Views in India, chiefly among the Himalaya Mountains

Author: George Francis White

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2022-01-06

Total Pages: 195

ISBN-13:

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George Francis White made his observations on the Himalayan mountains of India in this work. He discussed the weather conditions, way of living, rivers, and many more of the various towns in the Himalayan range. In addition, a quick scientific survey of the places is included in this work.

Biodiversity of the Himalaya: Jammu and Kashmir State
Biodiversity of the Himalaya: Jammu and Kashmir State

Author: Ghulam Hassan Dar

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-02-26

Total Pages: 1100

ISBN-13: 9813291745

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The Himalaya, a global biodiversity hotspot, sustains about one-fifth of the humankind. Nestled within the north-western mountain ranges of the Himalaya, the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) State harbours more than half of the biodiversity found in the Indian Himalaya. The wide expanse of State, spread across the subtropical Jammu, through the temperate Kashmir valley, to the cold arid Ladakh, is typical representative of the extensive elevational and topographical diversity encountered in the entire Himalaya. This book, the most comprehensive and updated synthesis ever made available on biodiversity of the J&K State, is a valuable addition to the biodiversity literature with global and regional relevance. The book, arranged into 7 parts, comprises of 42 chapters contributed by 87 researchers, each of whom is an expert in his/her own field of research. The precious baseline data contained in the book would form the foundation for assessing current status of knowledge about the bioresources, identify the knowledge gaps, and help prioritization of conservation strategies to steer the sustainable use of biodiversity in this Himalayan region. Given the breadth of topics covered under the banner of biodiversity in this book, it can surely serve as a model for documentation of biodiversity in other regions of the world. The book will be of immense value to all those who, directly or indirectly, have to deal with biodiversity, including students, teachers, researchers, naturalists, environmentalists, resource managers, planners, government agencies, NGOs and the general public at large.