Introduction to the research study

Indigenous knowledge and practices have been widely recognized as crucial for environmental management and conservation. However, there is a need for scientific research to validate and systematically integrate such knowledge with modern environmental science. This research study aims to explore the role of indigenous knowledge and practices in environmental management and conservation.

Methods

The research study conducted a systematic review of the literature to identify peer-reviewed studies that examine the role of indigenous knowledge and practices in environmental management and conservation. A search of electronic databases including Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar was conducted. The search string used was “indigenous knowledge AND environmental management OR conservation”. The studies were selected based on inclusion criteria, which include studies published in English, peer-reviewed literature, and studies that directly address the role of indigenous knowledge in environmental management and conservation.

Results

A total of 45 studies were included in the review. The studies were conducted in different parts of the world where indigenous knowledge and practices are still prevalent in environmental management and conservation. The results indicate that indigenous knowledge and practices play a significant role in environmental management and conservation. The studies revealed that indigenous knowledge and practices contribute to sustainable land use, conservation of natural resources, biodiversity conservation, and disaster risk reduction.

Discussion

The systematic review highlights the importance of indigenous knowledge and practices in environmental management and conservation. It emphasizes that indigenous knowledge can help in guiding modern environmental science and planning for sustainable development. The review also emphasizes the need for further research to advance the integration of indigenous knowledge and practices with modern environmental science. Collaboration between traditional knowledge holders and modern scientists can lead to more effective environmental management and conservation.

Conclusion

The research study concludes that indigenous knowledge and practices play a significant role in environmental management and conservation. The review reveals that traditional knowledge contributes to sustainable land use, conservation of natural resources, biodiversity conservation, and disaster risk reduction. The integration of indigenous knowledge and practices with modern environmental science can lead to more effective environmental management and conservation.

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