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Research Article
Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Sustainable Practices in Indigenous Hunting Among the Galo Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh
Himadri Dutta*
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Tomo Riba,
Sailajananda Saikia
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2025
Pages:
138-151
Received:
29 May 2025
Accepted:
16 June 2025
Published:
7 July 2025
Abstract: The Galo tribe in the study area relies on a diverse range of indigenous hunting techniques, essential for their livelihood and food security. Hunting holds a crucial place in the community's traditional culture, with locals employing unique methods and trapping techniques rooted in their indigenous knowledge. These approaches are environmentally friendly and demand minimal investment. The main objective of the research is to assess the Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and sustainable practices in indigenous hunting among the Galo tribe of Lower Siang and Lepa Rada districts of Arunachal Pradesh. To achieve its objective, this study relies on purposive sampling and primarily gathers data through a field survey of hunters encompassing their historical hunting practices, techniques employed in hunting, the species they target and the timing of their hunting activities. On the other hand, snowball sampling technique has been employed in identifying the hunters. The data collection is conducted using household schedules administered through interview methods. Information on the hunted species was collected based on hunter’s reports and the remains (skulls, skins, horns and teeth) found in the villages. Hunters actively demonstrated various traps and techniques, occasionally creating models to explain their mechanisms. It was found out that hunting is intricately connected to their Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and cultural heritage, a legacy handed down through generations. Notably, information regarding indigenous hunting techniques in this area is limited. Therefore, this study aimed to document the traditional knowledge associated with the indigenous hunting practices practiced by the Galo tribe in the Lower Siang and Lepa Rada districts of Arunachal Pradesh.
Abstract: The Galo tribe in the study area relies on a diverse range of indigenous hunting techniques, essential for their livelihood and food security. Hunting holds a crucial place in the community's traditional culture, with locals employing unique methods and trapping techniques rooted in their indigenous knowledge. These approaches are environmentally f...
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Research Article
Transport Investment and Regional Economic Growth: An Economic Role of Transportation Infrastructure Development in Bafoussam City, Cameroon
Nadine Yemelong Temgoua,
Japhet Kuma Chianebeng*,
Sephora Fozang Guepi
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2025
Pages:
152-165
Received:
28 April 2025
Accepted:
15 May 2025
Published:
9 July 2025
Abstract: In their struggle to alleviate poverty, most Sub-Sahara African governments have credited transport infrastructure development as one of the most promising development indicator to achieve this goal. In Cameroon, investment in transport infrastructure is paving the way for timely delivery of local food from rural areas to urban centers, generating employment opportunities, enhancing living standards for low-and middle-income families, and improving access to healthcare and educational facilities, while also increasing savings rates. This paper explores this transportation investments on the economic development of Bafoussam city. It focuses on three key aspects: (i) the trends in transport infrastructure development in Bafoussam, (ii) the inter-connected economic impacts of these transport developments, and (iii) recommendation for future transport investments for sustainable economic growth. Socio-Economic Growth Indicators were employed to construct a comprehensive assessment of transport infrastructure investment in the study area. To access the trends in transport development, an ex-post facto research design using time series data for 2000-2010-2020 was projected and correlated with socio-economic development indicators. Qualitative data were sourced from key informants particularly household heads (n = 147), city authorities (n = 4), and focus group discussions (n = 5), enabling a nuanced inferential analysis and interpretation of the result. The empirical data collected set the groundwork for policy recommendations aimed at promoting sustainable transport investment while fostering economic growth. The outcome of the study shows that road transport investments have significantly increased over time in Bafoussam. The findings records significant socio-economic contribution as a result of transport investment. The regression analysis of the interconnected impacts of transport investment on various socio-economic development variables indicated a perfect correlation coefficient of 1.00*, with calculated p-values of .000*. While socio-economic growth factors such as employment, income, trade, education, and healthcare facilities appear to be improving, variations exist based on location and social class within the Bafoussam urban area. This suggests the need for combined place-based and people-centered policies to effectively address the impacts of road infrastructure projects.
Abstract: In their struggle to alleviate poverty, most Sub-Sahara African governments have credited transport infrastructure development as one of the most promising development indicator to achieve this goal. In Cameroon, investment in transport infrastructure is paving the way for timely delivery of local food from rural areas to urban centers, generating ...
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Research Article
Evaluation of Noise Pollution in Barisal, a Coastal City of Bangladesh
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2025
Pages:
166-179
Received:
29 April 2025
Accepted:
16 May 2025
Published:
14 July 2025
Abstract: The purpose of this research was to evaluate the noise pollution level in different zones of Barisal City. 7 different zones and 56 locations were selected in Barisal City based on land use. We tracked the noise levels in Barisal City using a sound level meter (REED SD-4023) from January 01, 2021, to April 30, 2021. Multiple samples were collected from each sampling site. The noise level at each location has been recorded three times per day. The Leq was determined to be 95.18 dBA, and the mean noise level was 73.86 dBA. Furthermore, the Leq and mean noise levels in Silent, Mixed, Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Road Intersection, and Village Area were 76.57 dBA and 65.48 dBA, 82.17 dBA and 75.36 dBA, 88.10 dBA and 72.35 dBA, 97.28 dBA and 69.39 dBA, 84.13 dBA and 71.89 dBA, 82.08 dBA and 71.89 dBA, and 92.69 dBA and 69.79 dBA, respectively. The hierarchy in various land uses based on mean noise level was Mixed Area > Residential Area > Industrial Area and Road Intersection > Village Area > Commercial Area > Silent Area. The three highest noise-polluted areas were Khansons Textile Ltd. (109.68 dBA), Barisal Bus Terminal (106.82 dBA), and Kaladema (101.24 dBA), whereas the three lowest noise-polluted areas were Sadar Road (59.24 dBA), Guthia Mosjid (67.35 dBA), and Jahanara Israil School and College (69.62 dBA), based on Leq. Nonetheless, we noted that the noise levels surpassed the National Standard Level at all sites examined in this study.
Abstract: The purpose of this research was to evaluate the noise pollution level in different zones of Barisal City. 7 different zones and 56 locations were selected in Barisal City based on land use. We tracked the noise levels in Barisal City using a sound level meter (REED SD-4023) from January 01, 2021, to April 30, 2021. Multiple samples were collected ...
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Research Article
Transforming Plastic Waste into Livelihoods: Insights from 'Beyond the Loom' Project on Waste Management and Women's Empowerment
Md. Abdullah Al Ahad*,
Mahamud Kali
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2025
Pages:
180-187
Received:
30 May 2025
Accepted:
21 June 2025
Published:
22 July 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijsdr.20251103.14
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Abstract: Plastics, primarily composed of synthetic organic polymers, are integral to many products, with global production soaring from 15 million tons in 1964 to 400 million tons in 2022. Despite recycling potential, only 10% of plastic waste is recycled, while the majority ends up in landfills or pollutes the environment. In Bangladesh, rapid urbanization and inadequate waste management have exacerbated plastic pollution, particularly in cities like Dhaka, Chittagong, and Cox’s Bazar. With annual per capita plastic consumption rising from 3.0 kg in 2005 to 9.0 kg in 2020, only 31% of the country’s 977,000 tons of plastic waste is recycled. To address this, the "Beyond the Loom" project, funded by the Paul Polak Innovation Fund and implemented by iDE Bangladesh, aimed to tackle plastic pollution and the economic marginalization of women in Cox's Bazar. The project utilized traditional handloom weaving to upcycle low-value plastic waste into marketable products. This approach diverted over 200 kilograms of plastic waste from the environment and created new livelihood opportunities for 40 local women artisans, while addressing environmental issues. This initiative aligns with Bangladesh’s broader strategy of sustainable waste management, emphasizing collaboration among stakeholders to promote environmentally sound practices. This paper highlights the key findings from the "Beyond the Loom" project, focusing on innovative plastic waste management, community engagement, and women's empowerment. It also examines the challenges faced, solutions implemented, and lessons learned that could be applied to similar initiatives in other regions.
Abstract: Plastics, primarily composed of synthetic organic polymers, are integral to many products, with global production soaring from 15 million tons in 1964 to 400 million tons in 2022. Despite recycling potential, only 10% of plastic waste is recycled, while the majority ends up in landfills or pollutes the environment. In Bangladesh, rapid urbanization...
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