ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF INDIA, Vol. XIII
JHARKHAND
BOOK DESCRIPTION
Ecological Traditions of Jharkhand have been documented and are collected in this volume, which is the thirteenth in the “Ecological Traditions of India” series. Jharkhand state possesses a distinct geo-political and cultural identity even since Magadhan times. The ancient Hindu epic, Bhavishya purana, refers to this area. Geographically, the state is situated in the eastern part of India. It comprises of an area of 79, 710 square kilometers which comprises about 2.4 percent of the country’s total area. It can be broadly divided into two areas, namely the Chota Nagpur plateau and the Rajmahal hills. It is a state rich
in minerals, sacred groves, mountains, caves, lakes and plants. The tribal population constitutes about 22.5% of the total population of the state. Two important rivers, the Damodar and the Swarna Rekha flow through the state. We thank the eminent scientists and biologists, who have contributed to this volume.
ISBN – 978-81-86901-28-1
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs. 150/-
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF INDIA, Vol. XII
WEST BENGAL
BOOK DESCRIPTION
Ecological Traditions of West Bengal have been documented and are collected in this volume, which is the twelfth in the “Ecological Traditions of India” series. West Bengal is known all over the country for its rich traditions of folk songs and dances. Of the numerous tribes and ethnic groups that inhabit the state, each has its own unique and beautiful folk culture. We are fortunate that eminent scientists and biologists have contributed to this volume.
ISBN – 978-81-86901-26-7
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs. 150/-
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF INDIA, Vol. XI
GUJARAT
BOOK DESCRIPTION
Gujarat’s Ecological Traditions have been documented and are collected in this volume, which is the eleventh in the “Ecological Traditions of India” series. The religious and cultural practices of the people of Gujarat incorporate the use of many plant species and plant parts. Gujarat is known for its great traditions of community participation in various social welfare projects, which includes the conservation of biodiversity.
ISBN – 978-81-86901-25-0
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs. 150/-
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF INDIA, Vol. X
RAJASTHAN
BOOK DESCRIPTION
CPREEC organised a seminar on the Ecological Traditions and Sacred Sites of Rajasthan in collaboration with the Krish Avam Paristhitiki Vikas Sansthan (KRAPAVIS) of Alwar, Rajasthan, The Papers presented in the seminar are documented by eminent scholars are compiled together in this volume, which is the tenth in the “Ecological Traditions of India” series.
ISBN – 978-81-86901-21-2
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs. 150/-
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF INDIA, Vol. IX
MADHYA PRADESH & CHHATTISGARH
BOOK DESCRIPTION
CPREEC organised a seminar on the Ecological Traditions and Sacred Sites of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh in collaboration with Barkatullah University, Bhopal, Several eminent scientist presented papers during this seminar, which have been published as book here.
ISBN – 978-81-86901-22-9
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs. 150/-
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF INDIA, Vol. VIII PUNJAB
BOOK DESCRIPTION
The book is a collection of papers presented during the seminar on the Ecological Traditions and Sacred Sites of Punjab organised by CPREEC in collaboration with the Punjab State Council for Science and Technology, Chandigarh. This book is a documentation of Traditional Agriculture practices, water harvesting methods and medicinal plants in Punjab.
ISBN – 978-81-86901-18-2
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs. 150/-
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF GOA
BOOK DESCRIPTION
The book is a collection of interesting papers presented by eminent scholars at the one-day seminar on "Ecological Traditions of Goa" by the ENVIS Centre at CPREEC at Goa in November 2008.
ISBN – 978-81-86901-14-4
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs. 150/-
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF INDIA - ODISHA
BOOK DESCRIPTION
This book gives us the glimpse of the rich ecological traditions of Odisha. The research papers presented by eminent scholars during the "Ecological traditions of Odisha" seminar have been compiled and published in this book.
ISBN – 978-81-86901-16-8
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs. 150/-
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SACRED ANIMALS OF INDIA
BOOK DESCRIPTION
Belief in the sanctity of animals originated from ideas of karma and the transmigration of souls—thus an ant or a tiger could be one’s past or future identity. Sacred Animals of India draws on the ancient religious traditions of India—Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism—to explore the customs and practices that engendered the veneration of animals in India. Animals are worshipped in India as deities, as, for instance, the elephant-god Ganesha and the monkey-god Hanuman, or as the fish, tortoise and boar—forms or avatars that Vishnu is believed to have taken on earth. Some species, such as the swan, bull, lion and tiger, regarded as vahanas—vehicles of deities—developed sanctity by association. Others, such as the snake, are worshipped out of fear. Birds such as the crow are regarded as the abode of the dead, or the souls of ancestors, while the cow’s sanctity may derive from its economic value. There are also hero-animals, such as the vanaras, and animals that were totemic symbols of tribes that were assimilated in Vedic Hinduism. This book also examines the traditions that gave animals in India protection, and is a reminder of the role of animal species in the earth’s biodiversity.
ISBN – 9780143066194
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs. 299/-
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF MAHARASHTRA
BOOK DESCRIPTION
Maharashtra is replete with different ecological traditions such as sacred groves, sacred trees, sacred tanks and sacred mountains, which continue to be revered by the people. The book is a compilation of research papers focusing on the various aspects of Maharashtra’s rich ecological heritage.
ISBN – 10:81-86901-12-4
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs.150/-
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF KERALA
BOOK DESCRIPTION
Kerala is a land blessed by nature and is appropriately referred to as ‘God’s own country’. Kerala’s natural resources have been preserved by respecting those traditions that gave primacy to nature. The book is a compilation of research papers focusing on the various aspects of Kerala’s ecological heritage. The papers were presented by eminent researchers / scholars at the one-day seminar on the ‘Ecological Traditions of Kerala’, organized by the ENVIS Centre at CPREEC at Thiruvananthapuram in December 2005.
ISBN – 978-81-86901-11-3
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs.150/- |
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF ANDHRA PRADESH
BOOK DESCRIPTION
The book is a compilation of research papers focusing on the various
aspects of Karnataka’s ecological heritage. These papers were presented
by eminent researchers / scholars at the one-day seminar on the ‘Ecological Traditions of Andhra Pradesh’, organized by the ENVIS Centre at CPREEC at Hyderabad in January 2005.
ISBN – 81-86901-02-7
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs150/- |
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF KARNATAKA
BOOK DESCRIPTION
It is a collection of interesting papers presented by eminent scholars at the one-day seminar on ‘Ecological Traditions of Karnataka’, conducted by the ENVIS Centre at CPREEC at Bangalore in December 2004.
ISBN – 81-86901-01-9
LANGUAGE - English
PRICE – Rs150/- |
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ECOLOGICAL TRADITIONS OF TAMILNADU
BOOK DESCRIPTION
The book is a collection of papers presented by eminent researchers / scholars at the Seminar on ‘Ecological Traditions of Tamilnadu organized by the CPREEC.
ISBN – 81-86901-00-0
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs250/- |
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SACRED GROVES OF TAMILNADU - A SURVEY
BOOK DESCRIPTION
CPREEC conducted a survey of 448 groves in Tamilnadu (including the floristic study of 6 groves). The information collected is presented in this book, which is one of the very few publications on the topic.
ISBN – 81-86901-04-3
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs250/- |
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SACRED GROVES – ECOLOGICAL HERITAGE SITES
BOOK DESCRIPTION
This book is a collection of papers presented at the two day National Conference on "Conservation of Sacred Groves".
LANGUAGE – English
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SACRED TREES OF TAMILNADU
BOOK DESCRIPTION
The book features 60 sacred trees or Sthalavrikshas of Tamilnadu and also describes each by way of botanical characteristics, religious association, ecological significance and medicinal properties. The trees were surveyed by the CPREEC and the findings of the survey have been published in this book.
ISBN – 81-86901-03-5
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs250/- |
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SACRED TANKS OF SOUTH INDIA
BOOK DESCRIPTION
The CPREEC conducted a survey of 125 Temple tanks in South India. The book gives various details – location, current status, associated mythology and water quality - of the tanks surveyed. Papers presented by eminent scholars at a seminar on Sacred Tanks, organized by the CPREEC also feature in this book.
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs250/-
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TEMPLE TANKS OF CHENNAI
BOOK DESCRIPTION
The book describes 50 temple tanks in the city of Chennai. It includes details such as location, current status, associated mythology and the water quality of the tanks.
ISBN – 81-86901-06-X
LANGUAGE – English
PRICE – Rs75/-
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