International journal of agriculture extension and social development indigenous technical knowledge for water conservation: A review

Riya Kumari, Mandeep Sharma, Sukhdeep Kaur Manshahia · 2025 · International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

Summary. Indigenous water conservation techniques like stepwells, tanks, and qanats offer proven, low-cost solutions to global water scarcity. Developed through generations of local adaptation, these traditional systems harvest rainwater, manage groundwater, and support agriculture in arid regions while strengthening community resilience. The paper argues that integrating indigenous knowledge with modern approaches can address current water crises and ensure sustainable resource management.

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Kumari, R., Sharma, M., & Manshahia, S. K.. (2025). International journal of agriculture extension and social development indigenous technical knowledge for water conservation: A review. International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development. https://doi.org/10.33545/26180723.2025.v8.i12j.2825

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DOI: 10.33545/26180723.2025.v8.i12j.2825
Categories: climate-and-environment, indigenous-innovation, food-systems, general-innovation
Added: 2026-05-01