Preservation of Indigenous Practices in the Great Himalayan National Park Conservation Area: The Need for Inclusion of Local Communities

The Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) in Himachal Pradesh, India, faces a critical threat to its indigenous practices due to modernization and economic migration. A study highlights that the depletion of traditional knowledge—such as herbal medicine, beekeeping, dairy production, handicrafts, and sustainable resource management—risks eradicating cultural heritage and environmental resilience. Youth migration to urban areas for higher-paying jobs in hospitality and the preference for mass-produced goods over artisanal crafts are key drivers of this decline. The research emphasizes the need for inclusive conservation efforts that integrate local communities, recognizing their role in preserving both ecological sustainability and cultural identity. It advocates for collaborative knowledge-sharing initiatives to mitigate these losses.

(Ed.). (2024). PRESERVATION OF INDIGENOUS PRACTICES IN THE GREAT HIMALAYAN NATIONAL PARK CONSERVATION AREA: THE NEED FOR INCLUSION OF LOCAL COMMUNITIES. International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science. https://doi.org/10.56726/irjmets49635