Role of traditional knowledge system in building resilient built environment : a study of Garhwal region, Uttarakhand
By: Dhobekar, Namrata P
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Contributor(s): Gupta, Janmejoy.
Publisher: Mumbai The Indian Institute of Architects 2022Edition: Vol.87(6), June.Description: 12-21p.Subject(s): ARCHITECTURE GENERAL (AR-GEN)Online resources: Click here
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Journal of the Indian institute of architects :(JIIA)Summary: Traditional knowledge systems have evolved from the experiences
of communities. They have the mechanism to cater socially and are
ecologically responsive and disaster-resilient lifestyles. In mountain
ecosystems like Garhwal in Uttarakhand, the natural setting is
extreme, livelihood resources are minimal, and are threatened by
constant disasters. In such cases, the traditional knowledge system
is the key to better living. Hence, it is observed that communities
are continuing to practice their traditional wisdom of livelihood,
natural resources, health, buildings, and construction. This
system contributes to an essential relevance in building resilient
communities. The aim is to study and document the traditional
knowledge system for Uttarakhand state in the Garhwal region
in order to develop an understanding of the various systems and
evolve mechanisms to benefit the community. This research allows
us to understand that traditions and culture significantly impact
lifestyle and built form. The study assesses the geographic profile
as well as the socio-economic and built environment study. This
study provides awareness of the indigenous community's life and
its intangible and tangible heritage. It invites further exploration of
the Garhwal culture and its valuable traditional knowledge system.
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Traditional knowledge systems have evolved from the experiences
of communities. They have the mechanism to cater socially and are
ecologically responsive and disaster-resilient lifestyles. In mountain
ecosystems like Garhwal in Uttarakhand, the natural setting is
extreme, livelihood resources are minimal, and are threatened by
constant disasters. In such cases, the traditional knowledge system
is the key to better living. Hence, it is observed that communities
are continuing to practice their traditional wisdom of livelihood,
natural resources, health, buildings, and construction. This
system contributes to an essential relevance in building resilient
communities. The aim is to study and document the traditional
knowledge system for Uttarakhand state in the Garhwal region
in order to develop an understanding of the various systems and
evolve mechanisms to benefit the community. This research allows
us to understand that traditions and culture significantly impact
lifestyle and built form. The study assesses the geographic profile
as well as the socio-economic and built environment study. This
study provides awareness of the indigenous community's life and
its intangible and tangible heritage. It invites further exploration of
the Garhwal culture and its valuable traditional knowledge system.
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