<p>Table of Contents:**<br><br>**

Chapter 1

: Introduction**<br>1.1 Background and Context<br>1.2 Problem Statement<br>1.3 Objectives of the Study<br>1.4 Scope and Limitations<br>1.5 Research Methodology<br>1.6 Organization of the Thesis<br><br>**

Chapter 2

: Understanding Indigenous Knowledge Systems**<br>2.1 Definitions and Concepts<br>2.2 Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK)<br>2.3 Cultural Practices and Beliefs<br>2.4 Transmission and Preservation of Knowledge<br>2.5 Indigenous Cosmology and Sustainability<br>2.6 Global Perspectives on Indigenous Knowledge<br>2.7 Conclusion and Summary<br><br>**

Chapter 3

: Indigenous Perspectives on Sustainability**<br>3.1 Indigenous Views on Nature and Ecology<br>3.2 Traditional Resource Management Practices<br>3.3 Indigenous Agricultural Techniques<br>3.4 Spiritual Connections to the Land<br>3.5 Indigenous Healing Practices<br>3.6 Indigenous Resistance Movements<br>3.7 Conclusion and Summary<br><br>**

Chapter 4

: Challenges to Indigenous Knowledge Systems**<br>4.1 Colonization and Cultural Genocide<br>4.2 Loss of Land and Resources<br>4.3 Marginalization and Discrimination<br>4.4 Western Dominance in Knowledge Systems<br>4.5 Intellectual Property Rights<br>4.6 Environmental Degradation<br>4.7 Conclusion and Summary<br><br>**

Chapter 5

: Revitalizing Indigenous Knowledge for Sustainability**<br>5.1 Community-Based Education Initiatives<br>5.2 Indigenous-Led Research Collaborations<br>5.3 Policy Reforms and Indigenous Rights Recognition<br>5.4 Intercultural Dialogue and Collaboration<br>5.5 Supporting Indigenous Economies<br>5.6 Ethical Considerations in Knowledge Sharing<br>5.7 Conclusion and Summary<br><br>*<br></p>