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Local Wisdom vs. Public Policy: Nagari Batu Bajanjang's Rejection of Government Projects in Indonesia Syafnil; Arifin, Zainal; Delfi, Maskota
Sapientia Humana: Jurnal Sosial Humaniora Vol 3 No 01 (2023): Vol 3 No 01 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Katolik Parahyangan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/jsh.v2i02.6019

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The Indonesian government believes that the development of an electric power plant in Gunung Talang will have a positive impact on improving the welfare of the community. However, this plan is not uniformly accepted by the local community, as their area will be affected by the development. The local community around Gunung Talang who will be affected by it have protested the government's plan. It is important to consider the local community's thoughts in development planning. The methodology used in this study is ethnography, utilizing emic and etic data, and employing purposive sampling, key informants, and ordinary informants. The results indicate that the local community's understanding and beliefs about their customary land are essential to their survival and well-being. They feel that the land is a source of life that needs to be protected and preserved. They also feel that the government has not considered their needs and interests in this development plan. The conclusion of this study is that involving the local community in development planning and considering their perspective is crucial to minimizing negative impacts and maximizing positive outcomes from it. Therefore, this can provide broader benefits to the community and strengthen social and ecological sustainability.
Bancah: Local Knowledge, Cultural Adaptation, and its Challenges Delfi, Maskota; Arifin, Zainal; Pujiraharjo, Sidarta; Jelly, Jelly; Irwandi, Ade
Humaniora: Journal of Indonesia Culture and Society Vol. 16 No. 1 (2025): Humaniora
Publisher : Bina Nusantara University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21512/humaniora.v16i1.12627

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The research explains the concept of bancah, which translates to "swamps," as a source of ecological wisdom and an integral part of Minangkabau local knowledge. In Minangkabau society, bancah has traditionally been vital to the community's social and cultural life. While many people today view bancah as unproductive, their ecological and cultural significance is deeply rooted in Minangkabau identity. The research employs an ethnoscience approach, complemented by methods such as interviews, field observations, and literature reviews, to explore local memories and knowledge about bancah in the Minangkabau community, particularly in the Kuranji and Nanggalo districts of Padang. The analysis focuses on how the community understands bancah and its meanings to ecology and culture. The findings show that bancah traditionally teaches respect for nature and acts as an informal educational resource that promotes sustainable practices. However, changes in land use and modern economic needs have led younger people to view bancah mainly as a source of income, overlooking its ecological and cultural importance. This shift poses a threat to the preservation of traditional knowledge and disrupts the ecological connections that are vital to Minangkabau cultural identity. The transformation of bancah reflects a larger shift in collective memory and cultural values, indicating the weakening bond between the Minangkabau community and its wetland heritage due to urban development. Preserving bancah as an ecological and cultural resource is crucial for maintaining local food security (sago), ensuring environmental stability, and preserving the connection of the Minangkabau people with their cultural heritage.