Discuss the importance of integrating traditional ecological knowledge of India's tribal communities with modern disaster management frameworks. Mention two examples where indigenous practices have contributed to disaster resilience. (Answer in 250 words)

India's tribal communities form 8.6% of the total population [census-2011]. They have rich knowledge base in diverse sectors including Disaster Management. Current Disaster Management Framework: Top to down approach Institutional Structure: i) NDMA ii) SDMA iii) DDMA This leads to neglect of Public Participation. # IMPORTANCE OF INTEGRATING TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE OF TRIBALS 1) Enhances citizen centric frameworks