Question 16DiscussGS3GS3
Discuss the importance of integrating traditional ecological knowledge of India's tribal communities with modern disaster management frameworks. Mention two examples where indigenous practices have contributed to disaster resilience. (Answer in 250 words)
Introduction
India's tribal communities form 8.6% of the total population [census-2011].
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Main Body
India's tribal communities form 8.6% of the total population [census-2011]. They have rich knowledge base in diverse sectors including Disaster Management. Current Disaster Management Framework: Top to down approach Institutional Structure: i) NDMA ii) SDMA iii) DDMA This leads to neglect of Public Participation. # IMPORTANCE OF INTEGRATING TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE OF TRIBALS 1) Enhances citizen centric frameworks
2Hyogo Framework for Disaster Resilience - Sendai Framework - both refer that 'locals' are the 'first responders' during disasters. 3) Indigenous Practices - Custom can supplement overall disaster management frameworks. 4) Traditional Knowledge - 'rich repository of decades old practice'. # EXAMPLES Indigenous practices helpful in all stages of Sendai framework: Prevention (arrow up) ↓ Recovery ← Mitigation → Response ↓ (arrow down)
1Prevention: Eg: Sacred Groves preservation by tribes like Mankidia of Odisha → help in preventing Tsunami/cyclone damage. 2) Mitigation and Response: Eg: Assam tribes → plant 'Dhaincha' which they use as kindling dividing floods. Eg: Palm trees in Odisha → prevent thunder strikes. 3) Recovery: Eg: Community cohesion as shown by Bhils in supporting those affected. Need is to integrate these practices into overall framework. Disaster Management Amendment Bill, 2024 → is a step in the right direction.
— Rasneet Kaur · AIR 51
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Conclusion
Disaster Management Amendment Bill, 2024 is a step in the right direction.
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Diagram
Circular diagram showing Sendai Framework stages: Prevention → Mitigation → Response → Recovery in cyclical pattern
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Topper
Rasneet Kaur
AIR 51
Subject & Paper
GS3GS3
Topic
Disaster Management
Generic
Traditional ecological knowledge and disaster management integration
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