Community Based Conservation
Books by Kalpavriksh
| Participatory
Conservation: Paradigm Shifts in International Policy. IUCN/TILCEPA/Kalpavriksh,
Pune, 2004. Balasinorwala, T., A. Kothari, and M. Goyal, (compilers) Formal conservation in most countries has for the last century or more been treated as the domain of centralized government agencies. Predominant focus has gone to the creation of protected areas (PAs), seen as islands of biodiversity that need to be protected from human intervention. More recently, however, there is increasing recognition of the value that local, indigenous and mobile communities can bring to the process of conserving biodiversity, and of the need for a range of conservation types from strict protection to multiple sustainable use. There is also recognition that protected areas need to be related to their surrounds, and that planning processes need to go into broader landscape and seascape level. Such a paradigm shift is reflected in the outcomes of two recent global events: the Vth World Parks Congress (Durban, September 2003) and the 7th Conference of Parties of the Convention of Biological Diversity (Kuala Lumpur, February 2004). Partly through the efforts of the IUCN Theme on Indigenous and Local Communities, Equity and Protected Areas (TILCEPA), the concepts of Community Conserved Areas and Collaborative Management gained widespread acceptance at both these global events. This booklet contains the following key outputs that reflect the new trend: •The Durban Accord and relevant Recommendations from the World Parks Congress •The Protected Areas Programme of Work of the Convention on Biological Diversity This booklet would be useful for people from various sectors working on wildlife / biodiversity conservation, community based natural resource management, conservation-based livelihood and poverty eradication, gender and equity in relation to conservation, and related topics. PPP 120 , Rs, 50, USD 5 |
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| Where Communities Care: Community Based Wildlife and Ecosystem Management in South Asia Ashish Kothari, Neema Pathak and Farhad Vania, 2000 This book includes an ecological and socio-economic profile of South Asia. It describes the history and current status of biodiversity conservation in general and Community Wildlife Management (CWM) in particular, in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Also given is a description of the major ecological, economic, social and policy-level impacts of CWM, and a regional analysis of the issues arising out of CWM and possible follow-up actions at local, national and regional levels. It is based on case studies from India, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. pp. 222, Quarto size, Colour cover. Rs. 100, USD 10 |
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Sharing the Benefits of Biodiversity: The Kani-TBGRI deal in Kerala, India
R.V. Anuradha, 2000
The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) concluded at the Earth Summit in 1992, mandates that where utilisation of the knowledge, innovations and practices of local and indigenous communities leads to benefits, such benefits shall be equitably shared with the holders of such knowledge, innovations and practices. The study analyses some of the issues that have emerged in the context of a ‘benefit-sharing exercise’ attempted by the Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (TBGRI) - a research institute based in Kerala - with the Kani tribals of Kerala. This was pursuant to the development of a pharmaceutical drug based on the knowledge and natural resources that Kanis nurtured over many years.
pp. 43 , Quarto size, Colour cover, 7 colour pictures, Rs. 40, USD 5
The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) concluded at the Earth Summit in 1992, mandates that where utilisation of the knowledge, innovations and practices of local and indigenous communities leads to benefits, such benefits shall be equitably shared with the holders of such knowledge, innovations and practices. The study analyses some of the issues that have emerged in the context of a ‘benefit-sharing exercise’ attempted by the Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (TBGRI) - a research institute based in Kerala - with the Kani tribals of Kerala. This was pursuant to the development of a pharmaceutical drug based on the knowledge and natural resources that Kanis nurtured over many years.
pp. 43 , Quarto size, Colour cover, 7 colour pictures, Rs. 40, USD 5
| Pelicans and People: The Two Tier Village of Kokkare Bellur, Karnataka K. Manu and Sara Jolly, 2000 Kokkare Bellur is a village situated in Mandya District of Karnataka, India. For generations storks and pelicans have been coming here and breeding on the trees in the village for a period of six months. The villagers consider them a good omen and harbinger of good rain, and protect the trees. The authors have spent many years in the village documenting and helping villagers establish an orphanage for the injured birds. This book deals with various historical, social, ecological and economic aspects of this unique phenomenon. pp. 33, Quarto size, Colour cover, 8 colour pictures. Rs. 40, USD 5 |
Source Book on Community Based Conservation in South Asia: People, Policies and Publications
Compiled by Farhad Vania, Neema Pathak, Ashish Kothari and Tejaswini Apte, 2000
This is a resource guide on Community- Based Conservation (CBC) in South Asia. The guide is divided into three sections. Within each section, each country of the South Asian region is dealt with separately. The first section consists of a listing of people and organisations in South Asia involved in work related to CBC. The second section contains an extensive bibliography of references related to CBC in South Asia, including relevant laws and policies of the region. The final section contains brief descriptions of the salient features of the laws and policies listed in the bibliography.
pp. 127, Quarto size, Colour cover, Rs. 75, USD 5
This is a resource guide on Community- Based Conservation (CBC) in South Asia. The guide is divided into three sections. Within each section, each country of the South Asian region is dealt with separately. The first section consists of a listing of people and organisations in South Asia involved in work related to CBC. The second section contains an extensive bibliography of references related to CBC in South Asia, including relevant laws and policies of the region. The final section contains brief descriptions of the salient features of the laws and policies listed in the bibliography.
pp. 127, Quarto size, Colour cover, Rs. 75, USD 5
Joint Protected Area Management: A Simple Guide- How it will benefit Wildlife and People
Tejaswini Apte and Ashish Kothari, 2000
This booklet is about a collaborative system of protecting natural environments, known as Joint Protected Area Management (JPAM). JPAM attempts to conserve protected areas in as way whereby local communities, wildlife and wildlife habitats can co-exist by mutually benefiting each other, and in which government officials, local people and others work together. The booklet is organised in a simple question and answer format and will be useful for forest officials, NGOs, social activists, local community representatives, conservation researchers, academics and others who are interested in the conservation of biodiversity and livelihoods based on biodiversity.
pp. 48, Quarto size, Two-tone cover, Rs. 25, USD 3
This booklet is about a collaborative system of protecting natural environments, known as Joint Protected Area Management (JPAM). JPAM attempts to conserve protected areas in as way whereby local communities, wildlife and wildlife habitats can co-exist by mutually benefiting each other, and in which government officials, local people and others work together. The booklet is organised in a simple question and answer format and will be useful for forest officials, NGOs, social activists, local community representatives, conservation researchers, academics and others who are interested in the conservation of biodiversity and livelihoods based on biodiversity.
pp. 48, Quarto size, Two-tone cover, Rs. 25, USD 3
Coastal Conservation through Enterprise, at Rekawa Lagoon, Srilanka
S.U.K. Ekaratne, S.S.Jinendradasa, M.D. Abeysisrigunawardana & John Davenport, 2000
This case study describes efforts at enhancing the productivity of a lagoon while protecting its ecological character, in southern Sri Lanka. The initiative has been a collaborative effort between fisherfolk and university researchers. The spin-offs are increased livelihood security and more effective conservation of the lagoon’s resources, and enhanced political empowerment of the local community.
pp. 57, Quarto size, Colour cover, 8 colour picture Rs. 60; USD 6
This case study describes efforts at enhancing the productivity of a lagoon while protecting its ecological character, in southern Sri Lanka. The initiative has been a collaborative effort between fisherfolk and university researchers. The spin-offs are increased livelihood security and more effective conservation of the lagoon’s resources, and enhanced political empowerment of the local community.
pp. 57, Quarto size, Colour cover, 8 colour picture Rs. 60; USD 6
| Does Community Based Conservation Make Economic Sense? Lessons from India. Sushil Saigal, 2000 This book assesses the economic (material, financial) and other benefits that communities and society in general receive from community based management of natural resources. Examples from various parts of India illustrate the point that conservation does not have to be inimical to people’s livelihoods and economic development but in fact can greatly complement human welfare and economic well-being. pp. 80 , Quarto size, Colour cover, 16 colour pictures. Rs.60, USD 6 |
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Neema Pathak and Vivek Gour Broome, 2001 The story of Mendha Lekha village in Gadchiroli district of Maharastra State in one of struggle and transformation of a once-suppressed Gond tribal community into a well-informed and empowered one. This book describes the process of attaining self-rule and taking control of the surrounding forests, which has resulted in an enhancement of social and ecological security. It explores the reasons for the success of this community initiative, constraints it faces, future directions to take and major lessons that it holds for a decentralised conservation system in the country. pp. 150, Quarto size, Colour cover, 11 colour pictures,3 maps, Rs. 100, USD 10 | ||
| Forest Revival and Water Harvesting: Community Based Conservation at Bhaonta - Kolyala, Rajasthan, India Swati Shresth with Shirdhar Devidas The remarkable story of twin villages that overcame drought and deforestation, over a period of 15 years, by decentralized water harvesting, forest regeneration and protection, and community mobilisation for appropriate development. pp. 70, Quarto size, Colour cover, 12 colour pictures, Rs. 60, USD 6 |
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Customs and Conservation: Cases of Traditional and Modern Law in India and Nepal
Ruchi Pant, 2002
With detailed case studies of Arunachal Pradesh in India and Annapurna Conservation Area in Nepal, and sprinkled with examples from other parts of the subcontinent, this book examines the current relevance of customary laws and practices of local communities, to conservation. It also assesses the interface between such laws, and the statutory or modern laws of these countries.
pp. 110, Quarto size, Colour cover, 8 colour pictures, Rs.75, USD 7
Related Publications
Building Bridges for Conservation
A. Kothari, F. Vania, P. Das, K. Christopher, S. Jha,, 1997
Alternative paths to conservation of natural habitats and wildlife have increasingly been discussed in the 1990s in India. Some of these have even been tried on ground mainly inspired by widespread efforts by communities themselves to regenerate and protect their surrounding areas. There are also on record some bold initiatives by government officials to meaningfully involve people in their work. As a part of the 14 month project carried out by the Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi, the above issues were explored through action research in three specific areas: Dalma Sanctuary, Bihar; Rajaji National Park, Uttar Pradesh; Kailadevi Sanctuary, Rajasthan. This book contains results of the study, a detailed bibliography on the subject and related statements from dialogues initiated by the research team. The book would be of use to protected area managers, NGO activists, researchers, and others who are working on issues of conservation and livelihood rights.
Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi
pp. 356, Rs. 100 (paperback) Rs. 200 (hardback)
Photocopy available.
Alternative paths to conservation of natural habitats and wildlife have increasingly been discussed in the 1990s in India. Some of these have even been tried on ground mainly inspired by widespread efforts by communities themselves to regenerate and protect their surrounding areas. There are also on record some bold initiatives by government officials to meaningfully involve people in their work. As a part of the 14 month project carried out by the Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi, the above issues were explored through action research in three specific areas: Dalma Sanctuary, Bihar; Rajaji National Park, Uttar Pradesh; Kailadevi Sanctuary, Rajasthan. This book contains results of the study, a detailed bibliography on the subject and related statements from dialogues initiated by the research team. The book would be of use to protected area managers, NGO activists, researchers, and others who are working on issues of conservation and livelihood rights.
Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi
pp. 356, Rs. 100 (paperback) Rs. 200 (hardback)
Photocopy available.
Communities and Conservation- Natural Resource Management in South and Central Asia
A. Kothari, R..V. Anuradha, N. Pathak, B. Taneja, 1998
This volume of original essays constitutes perhaps the first comprehensive treatment of recent community based conservation efforts in South and Central Asia and explores a wide range of policies, practices, strategies and issues related to participatory conservation. Starting with a regional and global overview, the book proceeds to present profiles of Community Based Conservation in the Maldives, Mongolia, India, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka with a range of emerging issues such as the importance of institutional structures, the relevance of traditional, and local knowledge, gender issues and benefit sharing. With its unique blend of theory and practice and its wide comparative coverage in terms of issues discussed and countries studied, this volume will be essential reading for all those involved with environmental studies, natural resource management, biodiversity, ecology, community development and developmental studies. It will also be of interest to policy- makers, administrators, NGOs and donor organisations.
Sage Publications, New Delhi
pp. 505, Rs.380
