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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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Protecting India’s Traditional Knowledge

Safeguarding India’s Traditional Medicine: Protecting Indigenous Knowledge from Biopiracy

Introduction India, with its rich cultural heritage, has a vast repository of traditional knowledge, particularly in the field of medicine. Ancient systems like Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, Yoga, and folk medicine have been practiced for thousands of years and continue to provide cost-effective healthcare solutions. These systems embody knowledge of medicinal plants, therapeutic practices, and formulations…

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