The Community Participation of Tribal People Through Informal Manufacturing for a Green Economy and Sustainable Development

Abstract

This research paper discusses how the tribal people in their everyday practices uphold the principles of green economy and sustainable development. The indigenous lifestyle may be far away from the modern amenities, but they are most close to nature. Unlike, in the name of modernism or post-modernism, they are very responsibly self-content and self-dependent. They follow the principle: contentment is the root of all happiness. Thereby without causing irreparable damage to the mother earth, they live a very sustainable life. They know how to devise out day-to-day necessities. They do not always depend on the industry products. Rather they innovate and produce many things through informal and indigenous manufacturing. This research study aims to critically analyze tribal community participation in informal manufacturing for sustainable development and a green economy, and identify areas of concern within this participation. This paper focused upon the particular examples from their household life which promotes sustainable development in its true spirit; and alongside, it follows the path of green economy. The method of this research work was readings in community-based exploration. Alongside indigenous people were interviewed, and their responses were analyzed critically. The researchers also adopted content analysis regarding the studies, statistics and research reports on the community participation of tribal people through informal manufacturing to earn their livelihood. This study highlights that tribal community life aligns well with sustainability and a green economy though some issues exist that can be addressed through strategic government policies and planning.

Citation

Maity, S.K. and Ahammad, G. (2024), "The Community Participation of Tribal People Through Informal Manufacturing for a Green Economy and Sustainable Development", Pal, M.K. and Das, P. (Ed.) Informal Manufacturing and Environmental Sustainability, Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 279-292. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83549-998-620241020