Traditional knowledge in Folklore Practices - A Review

Abstract

Traditional knowledge, often referred to as TK, is a fundamental concept that is closely tied to the traditions and cultures of different nations across the globe. It primarily encompasses the extensive experiences and enduring practices of specific regional, indigenous, or local communities. Moreover, it includes the collective wisdom, knowledge, teachings, and accumulated experiences of these communities, typically passed down orally from one generation to the next. As it is rooted in the unique knowledge held by ordinary individuals, including ethnic communities residing in specific regions or countries, this knowledge is limited to the genetic and non-genetic resources accessible within their immediate surroundings. This article emphasizes the significance of case studies, which hold potential interest and valuable information for AYUSH doctors and researchers engaged in drug development and related research and development programs. The majority of case studies included in this publication are previously unidentified or less widely known, and may not be documented in conventional Ayurvedic literature.