Traditional Wisdom of Mishmi tribe: Converting Himalyan Nettle plant into ethnic wear
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Traditional Wisdom of Mishmi tribe: Converting Himalyan Nettle plant into ethnic wear
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Creator |
Koishnam Naveen
Soibnam Peter Singh Manish Kanwat Ch. Bidyabati Chanu S.Senjam Jinus Keshab Ch. Gogoi H. Kalita |
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HIMALYAN NETTLE PLANTS IN TO ETHNIC WEAR
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Himalayan Giant Nettle (Girardiniadiversifolia (Link) Friis) is an eco-friendly plant from wild forest which the tribal population of Anjaw namely Digaru and Mizu Mishmi have been using as a fibre (Khujalli patta/ Chuaam/Tatsa) for weaving different items. This study was conducted in Hayuliang, Metengliang and Goiliang Circle of Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh. The data was collected from 40 male and female respondents by using a self-structured questionnaire of age group (20-50 years). Information were collected regarding aboriginal knowledge of the processing and uses of fibre. The investigation reveal that whole processes are eco-friendly and have been in practiced from time immemorial providing multiple benefits to rural households. These plants are widely available in local vicinity and used for food, feed, fibre as well as source of income. Himalayan nettle plants can be a good alternate source of natural eco-friendly and sustainable fibre for used. The fibre and the products can be further promoted to increase market base for obtaining higher income level. Not Available |
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2021-07-30T10:32:24Z
2021-07-30T10:32:24Z 2021-01-01 |
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Research Paper
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2319-7706 http://krishi.icar.gov.in/jspui/handle/123456789/51516 |
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English
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Excellent Publishers
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