With the advent of modernisation and urbanisation, the knowledge systems of the world have been power-centric since time immemorial. In South Asia, these kinds of devastating processes have created the conditions for new forms of colonialism to exist in the minds and societies of Adivasi and tribal people. Long before the re-development of the so called ‘modern’, ‘rational’ ways of gathering information and discoveries, the indigenous people of the world had shown their super-intellectuality by inventing the first visual language of the human world, proving that fire was not stolen by Prometheus for the betterment of humanity, but was invented by cave-dwellers by rubbing rocks or wood. In this world of ecophobia, the indigenous people show the mantras of bio-philia by reemphasizing eco-friendly human activities. They show the processes of developing biodiversity-friendly architecture that prioritize materials that are readily available in the environment. They utilize earth and mud for walls and floors, stone and wood for structure and roofing, bamboo, valued for its strength, flexibility, and fast renewability, leaves and thatch for roofing, and lime, used as a natural and non-toxic plaster. Not only for creation, but also for survival, Indigenous knowledge of medicine plays a pivotal role. According to a report published by the World Health Organization, more than 80% of the global population across more than 170 of the World Health Organization’s 194 Member States currently rely on some form of traditional medicine, including practices like herbal remedies, yoga, Ayurveda, acupuncture, acupressure, and indigenous healing systems. For many communities, traditional medicine serves as the primary source of healthcare, with its practitioners playing a vital role in managing chronic conditions and promoting holistic well-being. Thus, Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) represent rich, place-based epistemologies cultivated over generations through lived experience, oral traditions, ecological stewardship, and spiritual practice. As global crises challenge dominant paradigms, IKS offers vital insights into sustainability, resilience, and relational ethics. In the spirit of dialogue and mutual understanding, we welcome contributions from indigenous and non-indigenous scholars, whether in India or beyond.