Symbiotic Wisdom: Exploring Ethnoecological Paradigms within Indigenous Environmental Law Narratives

This book bridges the gaps between ethnoecological, legal frameworks, political systems, and global ideologies to create a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities surrounding environmental sustainability. While discussions on environmental issues often focus on scientific and spatial aspects, this book aims to highlight the significance of environmental laws in shaping our approach to environmental sustainability. By examining the intersection of neoliberalism, international and national legal and political frameworks, and other influential factors, the book aims to uncover how these elements collectively impact our perception of environmental challenges and influence our ability to implement effective solutions.

This book is for a wide-ranging audience, academics, and researchers: scholars in the fields of law, anthropology, environmental studies, sociology, and political science will find this book a valuable resource for understanding the interdisciplinary nature of environmental challenges, policymakers and activists: policymakers seeking evidence-based solutions and activists advocating for sustainable practices will gain insights into the legal, cultural, and political dynamics that shape environmental policies, global citizens: anyone concerned about the future of our planet and interested in the unique perspectives and experiences of indigenous communities and the environmental laws worldwide will find this book enlightening and thought-provoking. It is a pioneering work that not only illuminates the critical issues surrounding environmental sustainability but also offers a path forward by emphasizing the importance of environmental laws in shaping our approach to these challenges. This book serves as a call to action, urging us to embrace a more comprehensive and inclusive perspective in our quest for a sustainable future.

Tulishree Pradhan (Ph.D.), an Associate Professor at KIIT School of Law, KIIT University, India, stands as a beacon of academic excellence and societal service. Her scholarly journey is adorned with illustrious global collaborations, gracing the hallowed halls of the University of Warsaw, Poland (2017), NOVA University of Business & Economics, Portugal (2018) and the University of Coimbra, Portugal (2019). A recipient of the prestigious Bharat Vikas Award (2017) and the ICSSR Doctoral Fellowship (2018), she embodies a profound commitment to public welfare. As Faculty-in-Charge of KIIT's Centre for Tribal Affairs Research & Advocacy(C-TARA) and Head of the Constitutional Law Department, she has spearheaded critical projects, including the ICSSR-IMPRESS (2019) on urban water management and an ongoing study on Criminal Justice for Scheduled Tribes in Odisha (2023). A prolific author, she has published with Springer Nature and serves as a visiting faculty, trustee of Save Elephant Foundation Trust and legal consultant at the Justice and Liberty Foundation.  

Binita Behera (Ph.D.), is an accomplished Assistant Professor at KIIT University’s School of Law, Bhubaneswar, since 2018. With a Ph.D. in Sociology from Jawaharlal Nehru University, her interdisciplinary work spans gender, education, environmental justice and intellectual property. She has 15 years of industry experience before teaching. Dr. Behera’s 20+ publications, global conference papers, and a co-held patent reflect her innovative approach. Her roles with UNICEF, World Vision and grassroots initiatives underscore her commitment to social equity. She is fluent in Oriya, Hindi, Bengali, English, and Spanish, residing in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, driving impactful social
research and advocacy and shaping inclusive futures.

Chinmayee Nanda (Ph.D.), Asst. Professor-Sr Grade is currently serving at the School of Liberal Arts, XIM University, Bhubaneswar, India. She has over 10 years of teaching experience at  university level. Her area of interest includes Feminism, Gender Studies, Translation, Environment and Tribal Literature. She has published papers in indexed journals of repute like Web of Science and Scopus, also presented in various forums like IITs and IIMs. To her credit, she had the opportunity of chairing sessions as well in various international conferences.  In addition, her presentation received a lot of appreciation at University of Oxford in July, 2023.