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Bhattacharya, A. K.
- Non-timber Forest Products (NTFP), Livelihoods and Nutrition Interface - a Study of the Tribal Communities of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra States in India
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Indian Forester, Vol 133, No 11 (2007), Pagination: 1449-1462Abstract
The paper deals with the relationship between the tribal communities and the NTFP used for their livelihood and nutrition in the forests of Betul District of Madhya Pradesh and Melghat District of Maharashtra with special reference to Gond and Korku tribal communities. The study area includes tribal dominated forests. The methodology adopted includes collection of secondary and primary data through participatory household surveys. Thirty major NTFP species have been recorded in the study area, out of which few NTFP are used for selfconsumption, few for sale and some of them for both the purposes. Nutritional assessment of the NTFP shows that underweight is maximum (64.8 %) among the children and 51.80% in adults. The results of the chemical analysis of the species have been discussed and done and compared with the standards prescribed by the ICMR. The study reveals that the tribal communities are heavily dependent upon NTFP for their livelihood and nutriture. The study has looked into the details of the dependence of tribal communities upon the forests for their sustenance, nutrition and livelihood. Recommendations for proper strategy have been made for better utilisation of NTFP.
- Feasibility Study on Marketing of Cultivated Medicinal and Aromatic Plants as Livelihood for Farmers in Harda and Dewas Districts of Madhya Pradesh, India
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Indian Forester, Vol 131, No 3 (2005), Pagination: 316-329Abstract
The paper examines in detail various issues and factors influencing the marketing of the important cultivated medicinal and aromatic plants, viz Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Isabgol (Plantago ovata), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Lemon grass (Cymbopogon nardlls), Mentha (Mentha arvensis). Saf'ed Musli (Chlorophytum tllberosllm), Satawar (Asparaglls racemoslls), Senna (Cassia angllstifolia) in Madhya Pradesh. The paper also highlights the existing and potential marketing channels and the feasibility of effective marketing for these species inside and outside Madhya Pradesh.- Assessment of Environmental Impacts of Tourismissues, Options and Tools
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Indian Forester, Vol 131, No 6 (2005), Pagination: 741-752Abstract
The paper deals with the various issues related to the potential impacts of tourism on the environment. The knowledge gaps in the area have heen identified and research work carried out have been discussed. Different types of the possible environmental impacts and existing models for the assessment of environmental impacts of the tourism activities have been analysed and the research issues have been captured. The methodology and tools for the assessment of environmental impacts of tourism have been suggested.- Medicinal Plants for Rural Women and Child Health Care - Issues, Options and Strategy
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Indian Forester, Vol 130, No 4 (2004), Pagination: 385-397Abstract
The paper examines the significance and potential of medicinal plants for rural women and child healthcare. The trends and the existing use of the major species of medicinal value for the cure of women and children diseases have been described. The critical issues have been identified and analysed, and the short term and long term strategies have been suggested.- Ex-situ Conservation of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in India with Special Reference to Madhya Pradesh
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Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 1 (2003), Pagination: 93-101Abstract
The paper embodies the recent trends in ex-situ cultivation of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs) as an alternative to biodiversity conservation and as an additional source of income with special reference to Madhya Pradesh (MP). Efforts have been made to highlight the problems encountered in cultivation for necessary policy considerations if this emerging sector is to become a financially rewarding and ecologically sustainable one.- Relevance of Carrying Capacity and Eco-development Linkages for Sustainable Ecotourism
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Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 3 (2003), Pagination: 332-340Abstract
The concept and significance of Carrying Capacity (CC) with respect to Sustainable EcoTourism (SET) has been explained and analysed in the paper. The emerging importance of CC and Eco-Development (ED) linkages in ecotourism and wildlife management has been addressed and critically examined. The scope of further research, methodology and bibliography for further readings in the field have been suggested.- Indicators for Assessing Empowerment Situation in Joint Forest Management (JFM) : Relevancy , Methods and Applicability
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Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 12 (2003), Pagination: 1435-1450Abstract
This paper highlights the need for assessing the empowerment status of JFM and suggests field level monitoring indicators , approaches and methods based on experience of study conducted in Madhya Pradesh for assessing empowerment through JFM. JFM resolution is explicit with regard to empowerment of local communities , but it is often experienced that the local people are not able to avail the opportunity from it due to their own socio-cultural and economic constraints. Hence , it is necessary to look critically into the empowerment situation to understand the dynamics of empowerment within the context of JFM. Indicators and verifiers have been developed on the basis of literature review , consultation with the actors and stakeholders and ground.truthing was done to assess the JFMC members' perception towards the indicators and their applicability. The participatory methods have been followed in developing verifiers and assigning the weightage for each indicator. This will not only help ground.truthing of indicators but also educate people about JFM programme.- Environmental Auditing in Ecotourism : A Study on Visitors' Management in Van Vihar National Park, Bhopal, M.P. (India)
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Indian Forester, Vol 132, No 2 (2006), Pagination: 139-148Abstract
This paper is based on a study carried out in Van Vihar National Park, Bhopal (M.P.) for the assessment of the awareness about and implementation of the rules, regulations and guidelines with respect to the impacts of the ecotourism in the Park. The paper analyses primary and secondary data on the socio-economic visitations and ecological parameters collected through the "Ecotourism Auditing Survey". The data concerning environmental standards in respect of ambient air quality and noise observed and collected by using High Volume Sampler and Noise Meter with the help of Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board, Bhopal have been analysed and discussed. Information relating to tourist demographics and perception collected through a bilingual survey format and information related to the perception of forest staff about the ecotourism collected through structured schedule and personal discussions were triangulated. This study assesses the impacts of the implementation of the operational guidelines and suggests measures for better visitors' management in Van Vihar National Park, which may be replicated in other ecotourism areas also.- A Study on Socio-Economic Aspects of Wildlife Offences in a Few Districts of Madhya Pradesh (India)
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Indian Forester, Vol 132, No 4 (2006), Pagination: 408-419Abstract
The socio-economic aspects of the wildlife offences were studied and analysed through the secondary data from Forest Department and village level forest committees and the primary data from field surveys in four districts of Madhya Pradesh. A participatory approach has been adopted involving the people in the data generation process through individual and focus group discussions and scheduling using PRA and RRA techniques. The study indicated that socio-economic reasons play an important role in the wildlife offences. Traditional systems and practices and also the livelihood needs contribute towards the wildlife offences. The legal and the institutional framework although regulate the occurrence and intensity of the offences but the effectiveness of the laws need to be more meticulously scrutinized in the light of the socioeconomic set up of the communities. The indigenous communities can play an important role in the wildlife management and regulation and control of the wildlife offences. The capacity building of the communities, ensuring the suitable alternatives to the dependence of communities on wildlife through their involvement at all levels of management and suitable changes in the laws and acts are some of the areas which need special attention for effective management of the wildlife and wildlife offences.- Effect of Height of Harvesting and Intercropping with Lemongrass [Cymbopogon Flexuosus (Nees Ex. Steud) Wats.] on Biomass and Essential Oil Yields of Lemon Scented Gum (Eucalyptus Citriodora Hook)
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Indian Forester, Vol 124, No 7 (1998), Pagination: 565-569Abstract
Two field experiments were conducted during the vegetation periods of 1990-92 under the semiarid tropicai climatic conditions at CIMAP Field Station, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh to study the effects of the height of harvesting and inter cropping lemongrass in lemon-scented gum. Lemonscented gum produced highest biomass and essential oil yields, gross and net profits when pollarded at 1.0 m height than when coppiced at 0.15 m height or pollarded at 1.5 m height. Two rows of lemongrass when intercropped in lemon-scented gum produced bonus yield of lemongrass oil without adversely affecting the biomass and essential oil yields of lemon-scented gum. This agroforestry system gave gross and net profit ofRs. 79,933 and Rs. 53,067 per heetare, respectively. Freshly distilled oil was of good quality with 79.7% ei tronellal, 4.7% isoJ1ulegol, 5.4% eitronellol, bu t on storage the oil quality deteriorated with 50.4% citronellal, 14.3% isopulegol and 17.3% eitronellol, therefore the oil should be disposed off quickly.- Efficacy of Tree Species towards Gaseous Pollutants and its Significance in Air Pollution Control by Plantations of Pollution Resistant Trees
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Indian Forester, Vol 120, No 8 (1994), Pagination: 658-669Abstract
Cultivation and conservation of certain fast growing resistant trees can be adopted as an effective and successful measure for the control of air pollution. Trees are sensitive as well as endowed with the power of absorbing the pollutants. Due to their such responses to the pollutants they can be used as indicators as well as scavangers of pollutants. Certain trees absorb and accumulate some gaseous, pollutants without being harmed and serve as a sink for these pollutants. A good number of tree species and varieties including some conifers and many angiosperms have successfully been found to withstand and mitigate air pollution hazards. Planting of trees as a measure for air pollution control has been implemented in many countries. The degree of tolerance towards the pollutants, varying within wide range, is controlled by many environmental and genetic factors, and hence some resistant tree varieties can be evolved through breeding, as has been done with respect to diseases. Therefore, certain fast growing trees with proven merits of abating gaseous pollutants must be grown in urban areas and around industries forming a belt, which will not only provide fuel and timber but also improve the ambient air quality and reduce air pollution.- I.F.S. Cadre Management in Madhya Pradesh Vis-A-vis other States
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Indian Forester, Vol 118, No 10 (1992), Pagination: 723-728Abstract
The paper analyses the status of IFS Cadre management in M.P. and compares it with a number of other States. The various parameters used for the analysis are officer/forest area, cadre strength/CF and above level officer and cadre strength/CCF and above level officers ratios. The paper suggests a desired cadre strength of 650 but advocates the exercise of restraint in view of existence of many redundant posts in the cadre. The paper concludes that promotional avenues and status of the service can be broadened by inducting IFS officers in other departments.- Evaluation of Essential oil in Eucalyptus Varieties Grown in Kumaon Hills (Ranikhed), Uttar Pradesh for Timber
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Indian Forester, Vol 112, No 3 (1986), Pagination: 223-228Abstract
Fourteen different Eucalypts grown in Kumaon Hills (Ranikhet) for timber were studied for their essential oils together with their. Growth parameters E. viminalls followed by E. microcorys was found to be the best for timber and all both, while E. robertsonli was the highest oil yielding species. Feasibility of storage of leaves in open natural condition before distilling was also studied by distilling one sample of one kg leaves regularly up to 61 days and it was found that up to 30 days of storing of Eucalyptus hybrid leaves did not affect the oil content significantly. The oil content declined gradually upto 40 days after which a sharp fall in the oil content was recorded.- Studies on Essential Oil Content of Eucalyptus Species Grown in Tarai Region of Uttar Pradesh, Nainital for Timber
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Indian Forester, Vol 109, No 3 (1983), Pagination: 153-158Abstract
Seventeen Eucolyptus species grown basically for timber in Tarai region of Uttar Prodesh, were studied for its oil as well as timber value. Growth parameters and oil content differred due to species. Among all, E. teretieornis × E. camaldulensis appeared to be the best species for the purposes of timber as well as oil containing cineol used in medicines. E. saligna, E. camaldulensis, E. populifolia and E. rudis also performed better are the useful specie. For plantation. E cilriodora containing different constituent in the oil may also be a good source of citronellal and citronellol which are used in perfumery industry together with its timber value.- Neuroprotective Effect of Withania somnifera (WS) in Cerebral Ischemiareperfusion and Long-term Hypoperfusion Induced Alterations in Rats
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Journal of Natural Remedies, Vol 7, No 2 (2007), Pagination: 234-246Abstract
Objective: The present study investigates the effect of Withania somnifera (WS), a well known adaptogenic agent in Indian system of Medicine, on acute cerebral reperfusion and long-term cerebral hypoperfusion in rats. Materials and methods: Acute ischemia-reperfusion (30 min occlusion of bilateral common carotid arteries followed by 45 min reperfusion) and Long-term cerebral hypoperfusion (for 15 days) in C.F. strain rats were produced following standard technique. WS, Indian chemotype-1, rich in withanolide glycosides (= sitoindosides) was used for the present study. Effect of WS on lipid peroxidation, superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity, cyclic AMP level and histopathological changes in forebrain regions in acute ischemia - reperfusion and on long-term cerebral hypoperfusion induced behavioral and histopathological alterations were evaluated. Results: WS pre-treatment (50 mg/kg p.o. for 5 days) attenuated the reperfusion induced biochemical and histopathological alterations. Long term hypoperfusion induced anxiety and listlessness (open field paradigm) accompanied by deficits in learning and memory (Morris' water maze testing) along with histopathological changes in rat forebrains were attenuated with WS treatment. Conclusion: The results suggest that WS may be useful in cerebrovascular insufficiency conditions.Keywords
Withania somnifera, Reperfusion Injury, Cerebral Hypoperfusion, Oxidative Stress, Behavior, CognitionFull Text
- Thermoluminescence Characteristic of the Metasediments of Jabar, Purulia District, West Bengal, India
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1 Department of Geology and Geophysics, I. I. T., Kharagpur 721 302, IN
1 Department of Geology and Geophysics, I. I. T., Kharagpur 721 302, IN
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Journal of Geological Society of India (Online archive from Vol 1 to Vol 78), Vol 27, No 5 (1986), Pagination: 460-463Abstract
Thermoluminescence (TL) studies on the metasediments of Jabar, lying in the northwestern part of Purulia district of West Bengal, show natural thermoluminescence (NTL). These metasediments of Precambrian age, predominantly consist of marble, calc-silicates and granite gneiss. Each of the representative rock sample exhibits distinct TL glow-curves which can be successfully utilised in a number of geological applications. On the basis of natural as well as artificial thermoluminescence glow-curves, two distinct types of marble sequence have been identified.Full Text
- Ground Water Geochemistry of Recent Weathering at Panchpatmali Bauxite-Bearing Plateau, Koraput District, Orissa
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1 Department of Geology and Geophysics, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur 721302, IN
1 Department of Geology and Geophysics, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur 721302, IN
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Journal of Geological Society of India (Online archive from Vol 1 to Vol 78), Vol 40, No 5 (1992), Pagination: 453-461Abstract
Recent weathering of Panchpatmali bauxite-bearing terrain, Koraput district, Orissa has been discussed in terms of groundwater geochemistry. pH and Eh are in favour of Fe (OHh development, whereas Na+ : Ca2+ vs. HCO3 : SiO2, HCO3 : SiO2 vs. ppm HCO) and pH -pNa, 2pH -pCa, pK-pH vs. -log [H4 Si04] are all in favour of kaolinite development with a minor amount of gibbsite. These observations have been confirmed by X.R.D., I.R., and S.E.M. of the recent weathered samples of the area. The condition of development of these mineral phases with respect to C02 has also been discussed.Keywords
Ground Water Geochemistry, Weathering, Bauxite, Koraput, Orissa.- Mineralogy of Panchpatrnali Bauxite Deposit Based on XRD, IR, DTA and SEM Studies
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1 Geological Survey of India, Unit: VIII : Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar - 751 012, IN
2 Department of Geology and Geophysics, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur - 721 302, IN
1 Geological Survey of India, Unit: VIII : Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar - 751 012, IN
2 Department of Geology and Geophysics, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur - 721 302, IN
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Journal of Geological Society of India (Online archive from Vol 1 to Vol 78), Vol 45, No 4 (1995), Pagination: 427-437Abstract
Mineralogy of bauxite profile, after khondalite parentage, at Panchpatmdi area, Koraput district, Orissa is studied by XRD, JR, DTA and Optical/electron microscopy. XRD shows thedominance of kaolinite in saprolite, whereas IR and DTA results confirm its presence in the entire profile. All the above studies confirm the strongly disordered nature of kaolinite. Gibbsite, geothite, hematite, diaspore and allophane are present in the entire profile with the intermittent occurrence of boehrnite, anatase, and futile. Microscopic investigation reveals poIycyclic crystalisation of gibbsite and ultimately resilicated to kaolinitevia dlophane. Transformation of alurninious parent minerals to gibbsite is direct without the intermediate kaolinite stage. Evidences are presented to show that gibbsites are later transformed to kaolinite due to ground water activities.Keywords
Bauxite, Mineralogy, Panchpatmali, Orissa.- Petrology and Geochemistry of the Lamprophyric Rocks from the Bokaro Coalfield, Bihar and their Economic Potential
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1 Geological Survey of India, 15 A & B Kyd Street, Calcutta - 700 016, IN
2 Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad - 826 004, IN
1 Geological Survey of India, 15 A & B Kyd Street, Calcutta - 700 016, IN
2 Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad - 826 004, IN
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Journal of Geological Society of India (Online archive from Vol 1 to Vol 78), Vol 50, No 3 (1997), Pagination: 255-266Abstract
The dyke swarms intruding the Gondwana sequence in the east Bokara Coalfield, Bihar include lamprophyres and lamproites such as olivine lamproties, olivine-leucite lamproites and leucite lamproites. Basic intrusives and rare siderite rich carbonates (carbonatite ?) are also found. The olivine lamproites contain xenocrysts of olivine and rare xenoliths of harzburgite. Gold values upto 3.6 ppm on grab samples have been noted from the intrusive rocks in the area. These lampropbyric rocks are considered to have formed from a highly incompatible element enriched metasomatised mantle source probably of harzburgitic composition.Keywords
Petrology, Geochemistry, Lamprophyric Rocks, Gold, Bokaro Coalfield, Bihar.- Study of Kaolinite From Bagru Hills, Lohardaga, Bihar
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1 FD-317, Sector - III, Salt Lake, Kolkata -700 106, IN
2 Geological Survey of India, Eastern Region, Salt Lake, Kolkata - 700 091, IN
1 FD-317, Sector - III, Salt Lake, Kolkata -700 106, IN
2 Geological Survey of India, Eastern Region, Salt Lake, Kolkata - 700 091, IN
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Journal of Geological Society of India (Online archive from Vol 1 to Vol 78), Vol 69, No 1 (2007), Pagination: 177-181Abstract
Samples from the Kaolinite deposits at Bagru Hills, Lohardaga, Bihar have heavy mineral assemblage of rutile, opaque, tourmaline, biotite, staurolite, pyroxene, sphene, epidote, zircon, kyanite, muscovite and tremolite/actinolite derived from igneous and metamorphic sources. The lighter fraction includes iron hydroxides, chlorite, feldspar, carbonate and some muscovite or limonite. The major, minor and trace elements remain nearly the same irrespective of colouration of samples. The chemical composition and the size of the kaolinite grains coupled with its purity clearly indicate that it can be used in a number of industries.Keywords
Kaolinite, Bauxite, Heavy Minerals, Differential Thermal Analysis, X-Ray Differentiation, Chemical Analysis, Bagru Hills, Lohardaga, Bihar.- Occurrence of Scorodite, A Secondary Arsenate in Alluvial Deposits around Durgapur, Bardhaman District, West Bengal
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1 Opn: WB-SK-A&N, Geological Survey of India, North Block, 41h Floor, DK-6, Sector II, Salt Lake, Kolkata - 700 091, IN
1 Opn: WB-SK-A&N, Geological Survey of India, North Block, 41h Floor, DK-6, Sector II, Salt Lake, Kolkata - 700 091, IN
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Journal of Geological Society of India (Online archive from Vol 1 to Vol 78), Vol 65, No 1 (2005), Pagination: 89-91Abstract
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- Reconditioning of Worn out Tyre Flanges by Automatic Submerged Arc Process
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1 Indian Railways at Chittaranjan, IN
1 Indian Railways at Chittaranjan, IN
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Indian Welding Journal, Vol 2, No 1 (1970), Pagination: 11-20Abstract
Rolling stocks are almost continuously guided by the wheel or tyre flanges on the track during service. It is no wonder, therefore, that portions of the tyre flange frequently abraded by the rail head, should wear out more than the tyre-tread, generally making only rolling contact with the rail table, in service.