Such a changeover would have to bring back the cultural values which have been overshadowed up till now. Culture in all societies provides for a way of life which is transmitted from generation to generation through well-recognised formal and informal channels. The process of societization adapts the child to his environment, makes him imbibe his tradition so that he becomes a useful member of his society. There is remarkable resemblance between the African model and the Indian model in this regard. The transmission process is given due regard to caring and sharing which are basic human values.
All traditional cultures try to optimise the use of available resources in the best possible ways.
They are based on traditional values which provide for sustainable development. The growth of population and the incursion of new values, market forces and faulty government policies have led to a destruction of the ecological balance and created crisis for humans, animals and plants. This disturbance impinges on the harmony between the community and the environment and thereby adversely affects the moral and social order. Instances of this phenomenon are to be found among the Oraon, Santal, Paharia and also in Garhwal Himalayas. Such disturbances have important gender implications.