A Critical Analysis on the Ethics of Biopiracy and Its Impact on Indigenous Communities
Jenifer Theresa Antony SNov 13, 202610.5281/zenodo.24207329pp. 301–33131 pages
Leaving behind is indispensable for moving forward. It mainly applies to technological developments. To promote and achieve creativity and innovation, especially in the scientific field, the complete exclusion of damage may not be possible, but sustainable development is feasible. The resources of the future are guarded by sustainable development, thereby preventing the exploitation of natural resources and the environment. Both IPR and sustainable development are interconnected as they mutually support innovation. Economic growth is aided and challenges are addressed globally. IP assists research essential for sustainable development in fields like health and agriculture. Green technology promotes the mitigation of climate change and aids in the research of renewable energy. IPR offers protection against biopiracy and protects traditional knowledge. Indigenous communities often possess measures and suggestions for sustainable development. IPR makes sure that no developing country is exploited by a developed nation that has all the means to extract monetary benefits through knowledge of the developing nations. IPR offers coverage globally over products of innovation and creativity. It also facilitates the use of those products all across the world. It aims to uphold the concept of the "greater good." IPR acknowledges and distributes technology that supports sustainable development, but it condemns biopiracy. The indigenous communities that are victims of Biopiracy are exploited and left with no credit, authority, or monetary compensation. The WIPO supports the usage of IP in the public domain, but it also protects traditional knowledge through patents, copyrights, et cetera. This paper aims to discuss the persistent discourse between the goals of intellectual property and sustainable development. It also elaborates on how the theft of traditional knowledge affects people who possess concerned cultural and spiritual identities.