Innovations & Global Perspectives on Humanities, Commerce & Management and Science & Technology (IGPHCMST-2024) Volume – I

The Indian Knowledge System (IKS) plays a significant role in fostering rural development by integrating traditional wisdom, sustainable practices, and holistic approaches to address modern challenges. Rooted in India's diverse cultural heritage, IKS offers time-tested methods that align with the principles of self-reliance, environmental harmony, and community empowerment, essential for rural progress. The Indian Knowledge System (IKS) plays a vital role in rural development by providing sustainable, inclusive, and context-specific solutions to the challenges faced by rural communities. It draws upon traditional wisdom, practices, and ethical frameworks that have evolved over centuries to address modern developmental needs. The integration of IKS with contemporary development models can lead to the empowerment of rural areas in a culturally sensitive and environmentally sustainable manner.