About Traditional Knowledge (TK) • TK is knowledge, know-how, skills and practices that are developed, sustained and passed on from generation to generation within a community, often forming part of its cultural or spiritual identity. o Until now, access to complete TKDL database is restricted to 14 Patent Offices worldwide for purposes of search and examination. About TKDL • TKDL, first of its kind globally, is a database of Indian traditional knowledge established in 2001, by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Ministry of AYUSH. • It contains information related to Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, Sowa Rigpa, and Yoga in five international languages (English, German, French, Japanese and Spanish). • It seeks to prevent misappropriation of country's traditional medicinal knowledge through patenting worldwide. o TKDL is an effective deterrent against bio-piracy. • Significance o Inculcate thought and knowledge leadership through Bharatiya Gnana Parampara, under New ...
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