Category Archives: Globalization

“India is seen as an emerging major player in the global economy, but this progress has not yet reached the country’s tribal people. They comprise eight percent of the population.” – Dr. Boro Baski, “Long-term success of non-formal Adivasi school in West Bengal”(Development and Cooperation 7-8/2009)

“The problem is twofold: on the one hand economic development is a necessity for India; on the other hand the attitude of the Indian government towards the adivasis in an increasingly connected and competitive world, ignores the minorities.” – Anjana Singh (“Inheemse volken” in Groniek 213, University of Groningen)
http://groniek.nl/groniek-213-is-uit-inheemse-volken/
http://indiantribalheritage.org/?p=27284

Achieving better nutrition and more sustainable food systems: Traditional food supply chains play a role in fighting malnutrition – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Posted on 03/07/2020 by website administrator

Addressing malnutrition requires a multisectoral approach that includes complementary interventions in food systems, public health and education. This approach also facilitates the pursuit of multiple objectives, including better nutrition, gender equality and environmental sustainability. […] Both traditional and modern supply … Continue reading →

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Video | “Nations don’t make us human – languages make us human”: Ganesh Devy – People’s Linguistic Survey of India

Posted on 02/07/2020 by website administrator

The census of India says the country is losing languages at an alarming rate. But the People’s Linguistic Survey of India seems to say there’s more to it than meets the eye. * Wherever the colonial power was played the … Continue reading →

Posted in Assimilation, Colonial policies, Constitution and Supreme Court, Cultural heritage, Democracy, Education and literacy, Endangered language, Figures, census and other statistics, Globalization, Government of India, History, Languages and linguistic heritage, Modernity, Multi-lingual education, Northern region, Organizations, Press snippets, Quotes, Regions of India, Resources, Revival of traditions, Southern region, Success story, Tribal identity, Video resources - external, Western region | Comments Off on Video | “Nations don’t make us human – languages make us human”: Ganesh Devy – People’s Linguistic Survey of India

Teaching Santal children by Boro Baski

Posted on 26/06/2020 by website administrator

Since the inceptions of our organization we have been working towards striking a balance between our traditional way of life and modernity. The transition to a modern life should be gradual and not stressful, and allow us to keep rooted … Continue reading →

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Video | “We need to learn from tribals”: Vandana Shiva on reviving indigenous knowledge at the “Grandmother’s University” Dehradun – Uttarakhand

Posted on 04/06/2020 by website administrator

Navdanya is now a network of seed keepers and organic producers across 16 states in India. It has helped set up 54 community seed banks across the country, and has trained half a million farmers in sustainable agriculture. It is … Continue reading →

Posted in Accountability, Community facilities, Democracy, Ecology and environment, Economy and development, Gandhian social movement, Globalization, Health and nutrition, Literature and bibliographies, Maps, Misconceptions, Modernity, Nature and wildlife, Networking, Northern region, Organizations, Quotes, Revival of traditions, Rural poverty, Video resources - external, Women | Comments Off on Video | “We need to learn from tribals”: Vandana Shiva on reviving indigenous knowledge at the “Grandmother’s University” Dehradun – Uttarakhand

Tip | Search useful information before visiting India: Responsible tourism, eco tourism and volunteer work

Posted on 04/05/2020 by website administrator

New and “exotic” destinations are being promoted by the tourism industry all over the world. Responsible travellers and volunteers care about the welfare of local people. Some restrictions may prevent tourists from entering sensitive “tribal” areas of India. In other regions, the impact of tourism raises ethical questions. More >> Search tips: checking … Continue reading →

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