Department of Zoology, DAV College, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Online published on 30 November, 2015.
This article examines the close interconnection between indigenous wisdom, common sense and some common practices of society that have become distorted over time to become blind superstitions. The scientific examination of superstitions in a modern context helps in understanding their genesis and validity.
superstitions, indigenous practices, tradition, ancient wisdom, scientific research
