1. Introduction Climate change is one of the most pressing global challenges of the 21st century. Rapid industrialization, deforestation, urbanization, and the overuse of fossil fuels have resulted in rising greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, global warming, extreme weather events, and ecosystem degradation. These changes pose severe threats to human health, agriculture, water resources, biodiversity, and…
Introduction The Indian Himalayan region, renowned for its scenic beauty, rich biodiversity, and cultural heritage, has emerged as a major tourist destination. States like Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand attract millions of domestic and international tourists every year. Tourism provides substantial economic benefits, creating employment, fostering local entrepreneurship, and generating revenue for state…
Introduction In an era where environmental degradation and resource depletion are major concerns, the search for sustainable solutions often leads us back to age-old practices that have long coexisted with nature. Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) — the cumulative body of knowledge, practices, and beliefs regarding the relationship of living beings with one another and their…