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People’s Biodiversity Register (PBR)
With the city expanding and with unplanned urbanisation, documentation of ecologically rich spaces in the People’s Biodiversity Register (PBR) is a step towards conservation and benefit sharing of traditional knowledge
What is a People’s Biodiversity Register (PBR)?
- The People’s Biodiversity Register (PBR) is a mandated repository of information on flora, fauna, local livelihoods, and traditional knowledge about medicinal herbs and plants.
- It is governed by the Biological Diversity Act, 2002.
- The PBR serves as a comprehensive database that documents locally available bio-resources, including the landscape and demographics of specific areas.
- It aims to protect intellectual property rights associated with traditional knowledge.
- It is crucial for conservation efforts amidst urban expansion and unplanned urbanization.
- Implementation: The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) oversees PBR activities at the national level, while state biodiversity boards and local Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs) coordinate at state and local levels respectively.
- Role in Conservation and Benefit Sharing:
- The PBR facilitates conservation efforts by identifying ecologically rich spaces and documenting traditional knowledge.
- It ensures benefit sharing from the commercial use of biological resources and associated traditional knowledge.
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