{"product_id":"the-kuhls-of-kangra-1st-edition","title":"the kuhls of kangra 1st edition","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"32\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent Black\u003cbr data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"51\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"62\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e J. Mark Baker\u003cbr data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"79\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003cbr data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"122\"\u003ePublished Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2005\u003cbr data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"130\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"140\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 271\u003cbr data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"159\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"191\"\u003eBook Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used – Good\u003cbr data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"206\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"225\"\u003eCondition Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Book is in good condition but has custom spine\u003cbr data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 x 14 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"323\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"323\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eThe Kuhls of Kangra by J. Mark Baker is an important interdisciplinary study of traditional irrigation systems in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh. The book examines the kuhls—community-managed water channels that have played a crucial role in sustaining agriculture and rural livelihoods for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"975\"\u003eDrawing from history, anthropology, and political ecology, the author explores how these irrigation systems have adapted to environmental challenges, social change, and economic pressures. The work highlights the role of local institutions, cultural practices, and community cooperation in maintaining and managing shared natural resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eThis volume is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and readers interested in environmental studies, rural development, and sustainable resource management. It offers meaningful insight into traditional ecological knowledge and the resilience of community-based systems in India.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Permanent Black","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50772362133808,"sku":"BestBookCentre__G17786","price":649.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/BestBook-2026-02-20T182120.064.png?v=1771591929","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/the-kuhls-of-kangra-1st-edition","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}