{"id":7386,"date":"2025-01-07T22:01:33","date_gmt":"2025-01-07T16:31:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bijmrd.com\/?p=7386"},"modified":"2025-05-12T23:22:23","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T17:52:23","slug":"indigenous-knowledge-of-medicinal-plants-and-its-integration-into-science-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bijmrd.com\/index.php\/volume2-issue11\/indigenous-knowledge-of-medicinal-plants-and-its-integration-into-science-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Indigenous Knowledge of Medicinal Plants and its Integration into Science Education"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Author: Mr. Ghanashyam Khatua & Dr. Shyamsundar Bairagya<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

DOI Link:<\/strong> <\/a>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.70798\/Bijmrd\/02110025<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abstract:<\/strong> Indigenous knowledge systems represent a vast repository of traditional wisdom, especially inmedicinal plants, which have been utilized for centuries to address health and wellness needs. This research focuses on documenting medicinal plants from local communities in Santiniketan, West Bengal, and exploring their integration into science education to foster holistic learning, cultural pride, and environmental stewardship. Previous research such as Das and Banerjee (2020), highlights the untapped potential of integrating local medicinal plant knowledge into formal education. Similarly, Sen (2018) underscores the cultural significance of indigenous knowledge and its crucial role in the shaping of identity and belonging among students.The study employs an ethnographic method to document medicinal plant knowledge from local communities in Santiniketan. It also develops pedagogical frameworks for integrating this knowledge into science lessons through activity-based modules, such as herbal gardens, plant identification, and experiments. The findings reveal a wealth of traditional knowledge that aligns with key scientific concepts, presenting an opportunity to contextualize science education in local realities. The anticipated outcomes include enhanced student engagement, greater awareness of sustainability, and a revitalized appreciation for indigenous practices. This initiative contributes to empowering the Indian Knowledge System by creating a model of education that values and preserves cultural heritage while equipping students with the tools to address modern challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keywords:<\/strong> Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Science Education, Holistic Learning, Medicinal Plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Page No<\/strong>: 215-228<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Author: Mr. Ghanashyam Khatua & Dr. Shyamsundar Bairagya DOI Link: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.70798\/Bijmrd\/02110025 Abstract: Indigenous knowledge systems represent a vast repository of traditional wisdom, especially inmedicinal plants, which have been utilized for centuries to address health and wellness needs. This research focuses on documenting medicinal plants from local communities in Santiniketan, West Bengal, and exploring their integration …<\/p>\n

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