History of an indigenous community management organization in Nepal
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 1996 |
| Authors | Pokhrel, D,; Willet, A, B. J.; Blunt, P, |
| Journal Title | Indigenous organizations and development. |
| Pagination | 109-122 |
| Key Words | indigenous knowledge; community forestry; land management; grassroots organizations; community action; community development; local population; rural development |
| Abstract | An examination is presented of some of the functions performed by an indigenous community organization, and at the broader political, socio-cultural, and spiritual context, and the nature of local leadership that impact on the functions. The focus is on local indigenous organizations in Nepal, examining aspects of community management/development and collective authority, and the characteristics of main leaders and their personal authority. Community management and collective authority accounted for: community forest and grazing-land management; community development; community cooperation; economic management; and legal management. |
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