Traditional/Folk Practices of Kerala - Case Studies - Part 2

Abstract

Traditional and folk practices in Kerala is directly linked with the Traditional Knowledge system prevailed in the coastal area known as Kadalarivu, knowledge from the plains known as Nattarivu, and the knowledge from the hilly and forest areas especially from the tribal communities known as Kattarivu. These knowledge systems are directly or indirectly associated with ecology, biodiversity, agriculture, food, medicine, biotechniques and cultural expressions. In this communication, the authors highlights three case studies related to Food and Medicine exclusively consumed by the Theyyam (Traditional ritualistic art form) performers of Kerala and about healing practices of two traditional healers belonging to the Kurichyar Tribal community of Wayanad district.