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Traditional Knowledge Digital Library

India’s Traditional Knowledge Digital Library: Opportunities and Challenges of Open-Source Accessibility

Introduction India has long been recognized as one of the richest repositories of traditional knowledge (TK) in the world. Its ancient texts, oral traditions, folk medicine systems, and traditional healing practices have contributed significantly to global health and wellness. However, this rich heritage has often been exploited by foreign entities through the process of biopiracy—where…

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Sui Generis System

Sui Generis System: Concept, Evolution, and Applications

Introduction The term Sui Generis is a Latin phrase that literally means “of its own kind” or “unique in nature.” In legal and policy contexts, it refers to a system that is tailor-made for specific needs and situations, rather than being borrowed wholesale from existing frameworks. The Sui Generis system has gained prominence in international…

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